Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Friday February 6th, 2004 6:25:37 PM
It is a good morning with a lot of repairs having been made of the past couple of days. Captain Lira comes out early to let The Chosen know that she will be setting sail this day, but has no plans on where to go.
Breakfast is wolfed down by many of The Chosen and much to everyones pleasure they get a little bit of money from Brahmah. Vasch and Kanchana set out shortly after breakfast to look around for the old quarry.
Flat-top and Toros move the barrels of wine in on planks set of horses. Toros is almost knocked over when he sees the Tomi mark on three of the barrels. His curiousity is peeked but unfortunately Captain Lira is gone.
Fortunately for Kanchana, Vasch was looking for the quarry and not just enjoying nature. He finds an area that is grown over with vines and grass. On closer inspection he notices area that have been worked with a pick and the like to remove blocks of stone. You also notice some smaller stones laying around that have been grown over too.
Vasch and Kanchana return about half past lunch time with the good news. Michael and Lonia bring in a late meal for everyone and also seemed overjoyed with the news. Lonia blushes at her display of emotion and quickly exits the room. Ten minutes later the doors burst open and Dunin comes into the room. He is out of breathe and breathing hard as he leans against the table trying to compose himself. With a little effort he finally is able to speak. "Ships...ships approach the island." It is easy to tell from his words that this is most likely not a good thing.
[Entangle will of course require live plants to have any effect, but actually being in soil should not effect that. Just that they have no way to actaully hold onto anything but their victim. How much vegetation that would be needed I would think would depend on the size/type of the vegetation. One tree would be sufficient, as would a patch of grass, but a flower I doubt would be able to hold much on it's own.]
[There will be several small chest laying around the keep. Some of them are in better shape than others. You could find one that will fit your needs.]
[I will be looking for updated character sheets now that loot has been divided amongst you. We can add anything that is purchased after it is purchased. This will allow us to start really moving on with the next module.]
THANKS! DM Jim
Toros (Tunc) Friday February 6th, 2004 7:20:13 PM
<<Thank you for my post Ceil!!>>
<<Dear All, I also try to revise and finalize Toros's initial gear before the start of the next module. I want to get items that would be useful not only for me but also for the Chosen. I think I can spend around 4500 gp and can get items that can be for group use or any of us can use when s/he may be in need. Please tell me your ideas about how we can use this amount of money for the best benefit of the group. This is what I have wanted to do since my first appearance in the game, although it has lasted until this time, but I think now is a good time to discuss this, as I get to know the game better and our group is in need of funds. I am open to any suggestions, although of course they will need be approved by our Dear DM.>>
Taric Saturday February 7th, 2004 1:41:26 AM
Taric thanks Brahmah for the voucher. He tells the captain he could become a merchant after everything is at peace again.
Putting all the item in his haversack he hears Dunin coming in, telling about the ships approaching.
Taric grabs his haversack, puts on the rest of his gear and then joins the others, hoping the ships means good news, although he realizes the chances at that are pretty slim.
Flat-top Saturday February 7th, 2004 4:22:46 PM
After both Flat-top and Vasch put the wine away. They hear Dunin banging on the big frount door. So the both Centaur and Weimic go up the back way, making their way into the dinning/meeting room, there is Dunin all out of breath telling then about ship coming. Flat-top turns to Brahmah "OH! No! The Dark powers that want us dead are turning this into a Holy War. Well so be it I'm on Domi side."
Brahmah Sunday February 8th, 2004 3:25:31 AM
"Ships?!" He will round up folks and take them to the Keep. "To the Keep! To the Keep! To arms!"
(OOC: I assume the ships are bad?)
Vasch d20+9=27 Sunday February 8th, 2004 11:33:51 AM
Vasch hears the call to arms ring through the keep. Leaping and running, he gathers his gear and makes his way to a high point on the wall. His bow at the ready, he looks out at the ships.
(Spot DC27)
Kanchana d20+5=18 d20+5=15 d20+3=7 Sunday February 8th, 2004 2:35:21 PM
Kanchana hears the call to arms and hurries out into the garden and gets herself ready for possible combat. She then packs all of her gear up (tent and all) and moves it deep into the grotto for safekeeping. Finally Kanchana goes to a vantage point outside and watches the ships. She looks for signs indicating intent of warfare and any signs/insignia belonging to the church.
(Spot 18, Knowledge religion 15, Search 7)
Toros d20=10 d20=13 d20=10 Sunday February 8th, 2004 5:09:42 PM
Toros will also go and get his stuff then try to help Vasch for identifying the ships (d20, 10 for helping Vasch) (13+1, 14 knowledge check) (10+3, 13 spot check on his own, this last roll may be unnecessary, as Toros already tries to help Vasch.)
Kenisha d20+4=9 Sunday February 8th, 2004 10:36:59 PM
Hearing the call to arms, Kenisha makes sure that the children and Vrurt are safely inside the keep before going to the top of the keep to get a good look at the ships that approach.
Spot check= 9
(ooc- I'll be sending my updated character sheet on Monday late, I've been going through back problems the past two weeks and I get to have a MRI tomorrow. Joy. :/ )
Gracor the Great...Supreme Delivery Boy (Catacombs Staffer Nellie) Sunday February 8th, 2004 10:47:11 PM
Suddenly, among all the commotion, there is a loud **POP**. A middle aged human dressed in spotless white robes appears in the middle of the room. Brahmah, and perhaps some of the others recognize him as Gracor, the Manager of the Catacombs. Noticing all the action and people arming themselves, Gracor puts his arms up in a conciliatory manner, hoping that his sudden arrival has not caused an unpleasant surprise.
He makes his way slowly toward Brahmah, keeping his hands up "It would appear that I have come at a bad time...so I'll be brief." He snaps his fingers and a beautiful buckler appears in his right hand. "I'm sorry it took so long...here is your buckler." Gracor continues as he hands the buckler over to Brahmah "I hope you don't mind, but I've done a little extra customization...". At first glance, the shield appears to be exactly to Brahmah's specifications....the holy symbol of Domi smashing into and crushing Marteaus's symbol. Upon closer examination, Brahmah notices that Domi's symbol has a faint blue glow to it, whereas Marteaus's symbol appears to be rusting (though the rust does not appear to damage the shield's integrity). "And might I add that you have impeccable taste in armament?" Gracor smiles, but he quickly returns to business. "But, as I said before, this looks to be a bad time, so I will not overstay my welcome."
He begins to chant a spell, but stops halfway as if he just remembered something. He walks over to Kenisha and sports an ear to ear grin. "Ahh...I almost forgot!" He reaches into a pocket in his robe and withdraws a small sphere (1/2 inch in diameter) which he then hands to her. "I am terribly sorry that this gift is so late...but I have been very busy of late. This is for your beautiful child of yours!" Gracor rubs the ball gently and it levitates in the air a few feet above Kenisha's head. It begins to emit a soft, soothing music as it slowly changes color from pastel blue to pink to yellow to green. "I know it isn't much, but the powers that be forbid anything more costly." Gracor winks at Kenisha mischievously "It has been my personal experience that this very item can entertain the younger ones for hours on end. Hopefully little Domisha will enjoy it as well." Gracor pauses and then resumes his spellcasting. Just before he disappears with a **POP**, those nearby hear him say "May Domi watch over his Chosen!"
Leets Monday February 9th, 2004 9:14:09 AM
The Centaur paladin is keeping the sheeps and blowing in his pan pipes when the alarm bell resounds from the Hearthold Keep. Immediately seeing the sails approaching, he let the sheeps where they are and runs as quickly as he can to the Keep. When he enters, Gracor just disappears, and he see Brahmah's shield...
"Wow, did I miss something? What are those sails?"
Gecktar Monday February 9th, 2004 4:57:41 PM
Hearing the bell's keep, he goes in his chamber to gather his gear, put his armor on and grip his hammer and shield. Resolute he come out to see who is on these ships...
The Coming of Ships. (DM Jim) Monday February 9th, 2004 7:23:08 PM
Brahmah quickly gets everyone inside that wants to come in. The Chosen go about their preparations for battle or maybe a quick getaway.
Kanchana from her vantage point outside can just barely make out the ships at first. But as they draw closer she comes to realize that there is actually one for each of the three races. A blue flag flies from each ship, each bears one of the following emblems upon it; a large hoof, large paw print and large set of horns in bright white.
The others from their areas on the keep walls will notice the same thing that Kanchana does as the ships draw near. It would seem that all three taur races are coming to visit.
Upon landing at the docks a compliment of twelve men per each group gets off of their perspective boats. Though they give each other nasty looks the commanders keep them in check. They start a march on the keep, passing along the dirt roadway that leads to the keep. Once they get there the groups set up a little camp outside the keep while the three representatives make their way to the big wooden gate. Each representative demands entrance to the keep so that The Chosen can hear their demands.
The ships make it back out to sea a ways and seems to sit waiting for something. It is most evident that all three races are not getting along too well and that this could blow up into the first rounds of war.
Brahmah Monday February 9th, 2004 9:56:48 PM
The Chosen's leader goes outside to meet the representives, after they've calmed, Brahmah makes demands of his own.
"The Chosen WILL hear you. We ask only two things... first, being that you leave your weaponry at the gate, ALL concealed weaponry as well. Secondly, once your hooves/paws are set on these shores, we are ALL friends and kin. If these requests aren't to your satisfaction, perhaps your on the wrong island. There will be NO bloodshed within this Keep."
He calls into the Keep. "Prepare a feast!"
He greets each of the races honorably and with a genuine smile on his face.
Kenisha Monday February 9th, 2004 11:07:55 PM
Kenisha thanks Gracor for the thoughtful gift before he disappears. She gazes up at the ball in a bit of a daze at it's colors and sounds for a moment before returning her attention to the ships. She grabs the ball and stuffs it into her pouch for the moment.
Once Brahmah makes his declarations and calls for a feast, Kenisha asks him, "Should Vrurt and the children remain in hiding? Until we hear their demands it might be safer."
Taric Tuesday February 10th, 2004 2:10:39 AM
Taric stands on the wall to make sure nothing happens to Brahmah while he is talking to the representatives. He doesn't show any weaponry, but then again, his biggest weapons was his brain.
Leets Tuesday February 10th, 2004 2:32:05 AM
Leets is glad to see that people will first try to speak before any new troubles.
He will quickly wear a clean tunic and simply bear his wooden symbol of Domi on his chest. His chainmail and his morningstar will remain in his room, and his shield is in the chapel.
"Well...It's now or never..."
He clears his throat, and waits for those special "guests".
Flat-top Tuesday February 10th, 2004 6:19:56 AM
Flat-top watches Brahmah as he meet the three races, "From the smile on Brahmah face, I'd say Yes, Keep the Unitaurs out of sight but with the village children that came in the keep. Until we are sure that it is safe." Flat-top will go into his room and wear only his Dimond shape plate with the sign of Domi engraved on it.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday February 10th, 2004 6:24:21 AM
Paw'caw spots her master talking to these Taurs, She dives and comes to rest on Brahmah's shoulder to have her head scratch, BUT watching the trio very closely.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday February 10th, 2004 6:28:22 AM
Managram sencing that something speacial is going on, jump around Leets as if to say "Oh! Good! do I get another bone?"
Vasch Tuesday February 10th, 2004 9:54:49 AM
Hearing the calls from below. "Looks like we're being given and official chance to turn ourselves in. Sounds like the prelude to war, Toros." He says to his companion on the parapets. "Let's go. We need to make sure we can get the taurs out if things go badly." Vasch heads down to see Brahmah.
"Captain, what do you think?" Vasch says. "Are there escape tunnels built in this place? I think the little ones should be ready to go if things go badly, do you?"
Toros Tuesday February 10th, 2004 10:22:06 AM
Toros nods silently, when he hears the comments of Vasch. Together with him he goes to see Brahmah and others, waiting to meet with the new comers.
If all the taur races have managed to unite only in order to destroy the Chosen, whose only aim is to unite the Taurs, this will be a great irony, he thinks to himself.
Kanchana Tuesday February 10th, 2004 4:58:53 PM
Kanchana studies the symbols on the standards and looks worried. "It looks like the arch-clergy of the Church have come to pay a visit."
Kanchana does not enter the Keep, she stays outside and watches the procession. She will stand back and hear what Brahmah has to say to the three representatives. Kanchana returns to the garden and collects all of her gear. She walks into the Keep and reclaims her previous room temporarily. Kanchana disarms, cleans up and prepares for the upcoming feast.
Kanchana seriously doubts that the clergy has any good intent. She thinks that there were too many Taurs disembarking for anything friendly or peaceful to be the case.
Gecktar Tuesday February 10th, 2004 4:59:23 PM
Putting his hand on the shouldere of Vasch : "You're right my friend... And there is all we need if an ecape is required. Just hope that we don't have to take them." Then putting down his own weaponry he prepare for welcoming the guests.
Talks...eeerrrr Demands. (DM Jim) Tuesday February 10th, 2004 6:03:26 PM
The three heads of the three groups have their individual men set up camp. Each group of tuars sets up seperate camps as they stare each other down. With a last bit of orders to thier commanders the three representatives enter the keep.
After getting to the feast hall, they each take a seat but seperate from one another. The seem loath to sit too close to one another, it would seem that old habits die hard. None of them touch the food or drinks that are brought in by Michael and Lonia.
Without so much as a by your leave the minotuar representative stands and lays his hands on the table. "My name is Frith, a high priest of Domi, and you will hear my demands at this time. It is a decree from the High Clergy of Imod." He waits to see if this sounds impressive to any of The Chosen before continueing. "The Chosen have been brought up on the following charges against the minotaur people. 1) The murder of almost a whole village of our race and then the killing of more when making thier escape. 2) For their heresy in protecting a false prophet or saviour of the taur people. 3) For the endnagerment of all the taur races for thier own selfish goals and name. 4) The endangerment of innocents in the fight inside Castle Violet's streets." He stops to let all that sink in before he says anything else. After a little bit longer he continues. "As such the High Clergy of Imod requires the surrender of the two children to prove or disprove the claims. The Chosen will also surrender themselves into our custody to stand trial before the High Clergy of Imod." With his piece said he takes a seat, a look of conviction on his face.
With that the centaur representative stands and snorts. "The High Clergy of Imod indeed...they must surrender themselves to the High Clergy of Domi. I am Nent, a high priest of Domi, and I represent the High Clergy of Domi in this matter." He glances to Frith and seems to dare him to interrupt his turn. "The Chosen will surrender themselves into my custody. The charges are as follows against them. 1) For their heresy in protecting a false prophet or saviour of the taur people. 2) For the murder of several of the taur races. 3) For subverting the peoples of this keep into their cause to promote false saviors." With that he takes his seat as well and waits to see what the liontaur representative will have to say, though knowing that only the centaurs have a case.
The liontaur representative stands and bows to his opponents, with mock courtesy. "My colleuges have brought interesting charges to support thier claims." He turns to The Chosen and his eyes narrow as he scans the room. "My name is Lunth and I am here on behalf of the High Clergy of Tomi to see that all of you are brought back to be tried." He bares his teeth in a smile as he watches the gasps from those attending, the staff that is. "The Chosen are charged with heresy as my colleuges have stated, but we believe that the child maybe the real thing." Any smiles this may have brought to The Chosen is quickly wiped away with his next statement. "But as such as his progeny is...he should be with his people. Taught our ways so that he can lead us into the promised time." His smile widens as he continues to hold eyes with The Chosen. "Vrurt will be turned over to us for her crimes in seduction of one of out race, thus killing him. The Chosen are to be tried for thier crimes against our race as they killed a hunting party of liontaurs for no reason." He takes a seat with a smile still on his face.
It is apparent from the looks on the representatives faces that they all could start an arguement any minute. They seem to only be holding thier thought and opinions at the moment for The Chosen to reply and surrender.
Upthel and Trinl seem ready to draw swords on the whole group. It is only the priestess Ginal that holds them back, by placing her hand on thier shoulders. "Easy..this is The Chosen's fight...we will support them when the time comes." This is said in a low voice and only the staff standing near hear her. Veria nods once as she lays hand on the hammer at her side.
Brahmah Tuesday February 10th, 2004 9:24:00 PM
The Captain of the Chosen simply smiles as the charges are read. "This is not news to us, we've heard these statements before." He snickers. "You are all so sure that your ideals are right, that you fail to see. You are all agreeing that we are your enemy and the churches enemy, when in fact, this meeting has united all of you in a single cause, the Chosen." He grins and waits for response. "The food is safe." He adds, grabbing a hunk of bread and slaps a slice of meat.
Taric Wednesday February 11th, 2004 2:33:16 AM
Taric listens to the demands, but hears nothing too different from the letters they had seen before. He doesn't sit down at the table, nor does he eat or drink. He keeps himself in the background so he can be most valuable whenever they need to make some kind of escape or in case an argument started. With the ongoing tension between the three representatives he would almost bet his head on the latter.
Leets Wednesday February 11th, 2004 3:10:53 AM
Already "sitting" at the table, Leets pours some wine in his cup and lift it, glancing the three guests.
"I am Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, son of ,the stallion Cyrus of the Talric tribe, and of Rowena of the Talric tribe, paladin and priestess of Domi. I have been learning Domi's ways with the very wise Astachos of Wemic Island, and I'm a paladin of Domi myself, Chosen of our Allmighty Lord and Father."
"And before anything, let me call Domi's attention and goodness on this table and guests."
With ancient words of clerical power that every guest must know, Leets casts "bless" on the people who are here.
"Now, I can barely say something new about your words...I could only add that it sounds like a terrible loss of time."
"As said, your very presence and your charges will call for the same answers from us, I fear. However, you've made this journey so far, and I will try to bring some light on those facts..."
"First, concerning the charge of murdering a whole village, and more while escaping, I can only say that we are not responsible, and thus not guilty, for this. As far as what I've seen is true, this terrible slaughter was the work of a group of evil wemics."
"Concerning the false prophet. Well...It's a true one in fact. It sounds like the scriptures have been misunderstood, but you're as familiar as me with this, and you know that we have to talk about it before anything. My idea, and I will recall it several times, is that some kind of evil force, probably Marteaus, is behind this misinterpretations. But let's see this later, we've all the night."
"Third thing, concerning the endangerment of the Taur people. I fear, noble and holy guests, that the best way to endanger all our people would be to abandon the children to unwise hands - (Leets glances at the Liontaur representative) - whoever wants you to bring the child to your nation wants to kill him, I am sure..."
"Fourth thing, the fight at castle Violet was nothing but a trap, and we would gladly have avoided it if possible. Unfortunately, it was, officially this time, the work of Marteaus church, and you know as well as me that he has no concern for innocents dying...We did our best not to arm townstaurs, and did well if I remember well."
"Finally, to end with this because we have much more interesting things to discuss tonight, we sincerely regret that Taurs fell trying to kill us. I can only say that they were victims of the dark power trying to manipulate us all, the first victims, I would say, of a holy war about to happen..."
"Now that some light has been brought to those events, I would like to explain my point of view."
"During the dark events that brought Marteaus to the Woldian pantheon, we all know that the dark lord failed to eliminate our Allmighty Father, for the sake of the Taur people."
"During some time, I think he has been lurking in shadows, preparing some new plan. And since he failed killing our Lord, my opinion is that he's trying to divide our church, and our people at the same time."
"The dark lord, to my mind, was simply waiting for the right time. This time came, with the birth of the children. By the misinterpretation of the ancient scriptures, and attacks, both physical and moral, against Domi's Chosen, Marteaus has unveiled the very core of his strategy."
"First, negate the future of our church. And second thing: do not allow the Taur races to unite."
Leets finishes his cup of wine, and looks the bottom of the cup for a while.
"Brothers Taurs...Marteaus is trying to divide us. Do not let him even try..."
Flat-top Wednesday February 11th, 2004 7:38:12 AM
Flat-top sits next to Leets, speaks up "Amen! Borther Leets, Amen! Borther Brahmah, Amen to my Brothers and Sisters of the Chosen. I stand with Domi's Children." After making his feelings knowned, Flat-top takes a helping of salad, tasting it "Sister Kanchana, you found some new herbs."
Vasch Wednesday February 11th, 2004 10:16:02 AM
Vasch sits at the table with the other and like those across the table he does not eat any of the food. "Praises to Tomi." He says after Leets speech.
In Wemic he speaks, "Lord Lunth I find it odd that the hunting party you speak of happened to be tracking us near a Minotaur village. Considering who was with us I would venture to guess that they were hunting for us." Vasch pauses and eyes the others then continues. "Lord Lunth you know full well that were we to turn ourselves into you or any other of the representatives, war would begin. The fate of the Chosen and our charges are only something that Tomi may decide, not the will of misguided clergy and their struggles for power."
Gecktar Wednesday February 11th, 2004 12:35:48 PM
"I will conclude the speach of our friend Leets by another point." "Imagine a Taur, father of three children. If this taur by a way or another comes to become a murderer... He must be judged and condamned according to the facts he committed and are prouved. We are allright on this point. But for his children... Let me now what you're thinking about. Do we must condamn them because their father was a murderer ? Humm... I think you're not talking about the right thing. First we must ignore every requests concerning the Children because they are not guilty and as such they must be considered as free taurs like every one of you."
"Now let's talk about the dark schemes of Marteus. And how we can avoid them."
Kanchana Wednesday February 11th, 2004 3:17:02 PM
Kanchana decides to keep out of politics. She sits next to Flat-top, smiles and says, "yes, I found them growing near the waterfall. I think they have a nice spicy taste. Do you like them?" She helps herself to some salad and bread with cheese and a slice of meat. Kanchana does however pay attention to what everyone says. She hopes that there will be a peaceful soltution - one where no one else has to die.
The Price is....War. (DM Jim) Wednesday February 11th, 2004 5:08:19 PM
All three holy men stand almost as one. They look to be extremely upset, though the liontaur is smiling. High Priest Lunth turns to regard the other two priests and speaks. "That is exactly it...the liontaurs will not be held down any longer. We will take the kids with us and prove their divinity as saviors....they will be under our protection." Glancing to The Chosen he smiles a feral smile. "War will be unavoidable at this point as whoever you go with will be attacked by the other two or if you decide to defy the decree then you will bring the liontaurs down on you." Growling lowly in his throat he turns to the other two priests and speaks again. "Tomi is the only true god...his will is supreme...your gods are false...the thought that they are one and the same or that Tomi would like cows and horses is preposterious." With that he makes his way to the door of the feast hall, it is evident that he is leaveing. "You have till tomorrow morning to make up your mind Chosen...then we take this keep."
High Priest Frith's hands clench into fists that turn white as the liontaur goes on. "You will not have the child...she is part minotaur and thus will be raised by us minotaurs." A smile plays across his face as he regards the liontaur. "Yes...war it is then...it has always been that the hooves and paws were a lower class than us." He turns to the centaur and snorts too. "The minotuars are tired of your self righteous ways...Domi is the one true god if only you two could see it." He turns to The Chosen and snorts as well as he glares them down. "You will stand trial for your crimes against our race....you will have till tomorrow morning as well from me." He stomps out of the keep to rally his commander and men.
Nent lowers his head and shakes his hands. "Imod help us in this time of war." He looks upon The Chosen and shakes his head. "Look at what you have done with your ways and beliefs." He glances to the liontaur and laughs lightly. "Your kind are nothing more than savages who cannot see past the end of your nose...no Imod will brings us victory against you and you will see the light." He then turns to the minotaur eyes sparkling with hidden secrets. "You have always been a race of warriors...war is all you know...but we centaurs will not back down from you." Looking to the heavens he shakes his fist in the air. "Imod will strike down those that would dare defile his Chosen." With a last look to The Chosen he nods and then makes his way out with parting words. "Tomorrow morning it is...blood will be spilt tomorrow for the cause of right and good."
All three representatives have left the keep and the doors have been bared by Upthel and Trinl. Michael and Lonia have retired for the day, Michael to the garden and Lonia to her room. Ginal starts to walk out of the feast hall with a sad look on her face. "They know not what they do...they are blinded by pride and hate." She then leaves to the temple to pray for the strength to do what she must. Veria steps forward to the table and looks to The Chosen. "You realize that you cannot give yourselves up or the children...you will not be allowed to live." She turns to leave but leaves them another thing to think about. "Whichever one gets the children will most likely use them to thier own advantage....not an easy choice." She retires to the forge were she begins to work a blade that sets on the anvil.
Toros Wednesday February 11th, 2004 5:09:35 PM
Most of the events that are the subject of charges and the dispute ongoing about them are still something that Toros does not have so much information, so most of the time he is in a position to listen, think and habitually eat with discomfort.
Kenisha Wednesday February 11th, 2004 5:14:31 PM
Kenisha nods in approval of Leet's words.
She turns to the Wemic leader and asks, "We have heard all of you refer to an old prophecy, but none of you have said exactly what the prophecy states. You say that the child of Vrurt is male. In that you are misinformed. Both Vrurt's and my own are females. I would like to hear exactly what this prophecy says from at least one of you, please."
Kenisha Wednesday February 11th, 2004 5:19:48 PM
OOC: Ignore the post above from me. I was typing it even as DM Jim was posting him. <sigh>
Kenisha shakes her head in shock and sadness. "And I still don't know what ancient manuscripts and prophecies they are all talking about. Can any of you tell me from what ancient nonsense all this grief springs from?"
Flat-top Wednesday February 11th, 2004 7:22:31 PM
Flat-top Look to Kanchana "The spice is one of my favorite, And it does pick up a salade, But right now I don't fell hungry any more. Kenisha, all of them have been lied to, puff up with twisted faulse prophecies. It would not have change their minds if we showed then the children. Those fools would have started the fight right here. I feel sad for my race, they are wrong." Flat-top get's up and slowly goes to the Heart Chamber and prays for the Unitaurs.
Kanchana Thursday February 12th, 2004 1:39:46 AM
Kanchana isn't feeling very hungry right now either. She looks at each representative in turn. In a low voice she says, "do you not realize that Imot, Tomi and T-Domi are different names for Our Father? Or do each of you have a symbol for him that is different from this one?" Kanchana lays a piece of cloth with Domi's symbol on it on the table where they can all see it. She feels a little self-conscious at not being able to properly pronounce the Centaur name for Tomi.
Once they have hopefully looked at the symbol she will take it from the table. Kanchana will leave the feast hall shortly after the Wemic representative.
Leets d20+8=14 Thursday February 12th, 2004 2:43:10 AM
The Centaur paladin remains toughtful as the three ones have left.
"My friends, at least when I hear such things I'm glad to be among you."
"Kenisha, I would gladly explain what are those prophecies about, but I'm no expert myself...All I know is that it can easily be misunderstood, all the more because the texts are difficult..." (Knowledge religion 14).
"As for what's happening outside, it's obvious that even if they want to come and take us tomorrow, they'll have to fight each other before...A couple of weeks ago, I would have tried to talk to the soldiers so that we don't have a slaughter on this island, but I'm seriously tired of such behaviours."
"Let's focus on the children. Our ennemy could try to do something during the battle."
"And about what will happen outside, Domi warned us..."
Brahmah Thursday February 12th, 2004 4:23:30 AM
Brahmah gathers the Chosen into the Heart Chamber to talk with them. "To Hells with laws, rules and prophecies. The children need to remain safe. They need to be hidden. We need to do that. The Keep must be gaurded tonight, I feel the wemic will try something, they are naucturnal hunters, right?" He adds. "It almost sounds like the minotaurs are on our side." He smiles with pride at that.
Vasch Thursday February 12th, 2004 9:23:28 AM
Vasch stands in the Heart Chamber with the others. "I think this qualifies and going badly. I'm willing to fight, but I don't think we could win; flight is our only option at this point." The sour taste can be heard in his voice as he speaks of flight. Let's make what preparations we can quickly and catch some sleep before nightfall."
Taric Thursday February 12th, 2004 10:26:15 AM
Taric nods at Brahmah's mention of keeping a watch.
"It would be even better to also guard the room where the children are staying. That way they will have a hard time surprising us. I'll volunteer to be on that watch."
Brahmah Thursday February 12th, 2004 4:40:27 PM
"Taric, your illusions will come in handy tonight." Smiles the Captain.
Early the Next Morning. (DM Jim) Thursday February 12th, 2004 6:01:39 PM
That night the staff sits down with The Chosen and give thier opinions, though a couple do not speak. Ginal and Veria are the first two to speak. Ginal starts out the conversation. "We have all talked it over and want you to leave through the back passageway early in the morning." Veria nods her head as she smiles to The Chosen. "It has been a pleasure to spend some time with you all again...we will care for the keep in your absence." Upthel and Trinl bow slightly to The Chosen placing thier hands over thier hearts. "We will hold them at bay for as long as possible...it will not be a waste and we will not see the children in the hands of those that only seek to use."
Shortly after the talks have started Dunin marches into the feast hall as well, smiling widely. "There is a ship off to the side of the island...it will be waiting for you and take you to safety." He looks to The Chosen and shakes his head to stall any arguements. "You have more important things to worry about." He rubs the head of little Domisha as she passes chasing a musical ball that floats. Ginal looks back up and questions The Chosen. "What of the heart...it may not be safe here." She leaves the thought hanging.
The next morning at the time of your surrender to one of the taurs, there is a big commotion. In the harbor the ships have started firing at each other. Those outside the gates come awake and it is evident that each side thinks that the other started it. A great fight breaks out among the three races and soon some are laying dead on the field. Some of the troops break off to start pounding on the keep door, trying to knock it down. It would seem that the High Priests still have a little control.
Leets Friday February 13th, 2004 2:39:51 AM
Hearing what's happening outside, Leets shakes his head...
"Even against a handful like us, they are not able to do something efficient together...I wonder what will happen when Marteaus will strike..."
"Well, with such chaos outside, I think we could leave all together. I already hate the idea of leaving the Reunited Heart here, We will not let any one of you behind us."
"The Chosen bever let one of them behind..."
"We should push heavy things agaisn't the door so that we gain time...There are those wood statues I carved, and...Oh if we need more time, I'm sure Managarm could lead them on a wrong track. Right my dog?"
Managram(Ceil) Friday February 13th, 2004 5:26:37 AM
When Managran hears his name mention by Leets, he picks up his ears 'Oh! Yes! Yes! What do I do? what do I do?' the dog is more than willing to please Leets.
Flat-top Friday February 13th, 2004 5:36:59 AM
Flat-top is sad, "Now Brahmah, I understand how you felth when you went into that room. But I have always done Domi's wishes and will not stop now. I found a couple of small back pack for the little ones to put their toys in. It will be play for them and will think that they are almost grown up." Flat-top bends down and kisses the top of their heads, telling them to pack their toys because it's was time to go. But if you look closely there's moister in the corner of Flat-top eyes.
Kenisha and Domisha Friday February 13th, 2004 6:22:07 AM
Domisha slowly, and to be perfectly honest not at all happy about it, picks up her toys one by one and puts them in the pack.
Kenisha tries to put a happy face on this as well, but isn't succeeding very well. Knowing that time could be of the essense, she helps pick up the toys, but this just makes Domisha whine; stomping her hooves and pouting.
Keniha looks around apologeticly at the rest of the Chosen. "Sorry."
Kanchana Friday February 13th, 2004 1:29:09 PM
Kanchana rises early the next morning, and upon hearing something about leaving the Keep she gathers her gear and is ready to leave.
Hearing Kenisha's apology she walks over and gives her a hug and says, "you don't need to apologize Kenisha. No one among us is angry at you or the children."
level 1 (1+1) shield of faith, protection from evil
domain spell- war magic weapon
He is surprised about the start off the war between the three races. When their leaders declared the war in the dinner he had thought it was against the Chosen and they could be able to keep their hostility against each other under control to enjoy the delight of fighting for a holy war. However it is certain that even they have little control on how the events develop, which makes him worry more. Especially the behaviour of the wemic leader does not leave his mind, questinoning how he can represent his people like that.
Toros is quickly ready to do whatever the others will decide to do. However he feels an urge to know more about the war among the races, their causalties and the current conditions of power. The attackers to the gate may be from specifically one race. Or one of the races might be in great need against the other. Such happenings may change the course of actions, as the Chosen can play an important role to affect the ongoing events, instead of being have to escape as fugitives from now on.
<<Can Toros or any of us understand more about the war and the attack on the Keep. Who are winning, losing and attacking etc? I rolled a die but I think what is important is the timing. If we leave before the war and attack we will not know much about it. If we are still around we can learn more about it>>
Taric Saturday February 14th, 2004 1:11:20 AM
Taric already expected the departure, so he grabs his backpack, loads up his stuff and joins the others. He then asks Brahmah and the other Chosen if they need something of a distraction to make a getaway or not.
If they need one, Taric will climb up the wall, making sure nobody sees them, and will then on the far end of the island, opposite from the way they will actually go, conjure the images of Brahmah, Kenisha and the two children, since Taric is sure they will be recognized by the other Taurs. He then makes them move like they are sneaking around, trying to find a way of the island.
OOC: using major image
OOC2: Taric's spell-list is his regular one (see charsheet)
Toros Sunday February 15th, 2004 6:08:37 PM
<<After tomorrow I will have to be away for three days. At that time I do not know whether I will be able to use internet, but if I can I will check and reply the posts. Otherwise, please excuse me and deal well with Toros during this time frame.>>
Brahmah Monday February 16th, 2004 2:19:16 AM
The Captain scoops up his equipment and prepares to get out of the Keep, right away.
**His prepared spell is Longstrider.**
Vasch Monday February 16th, 2004 9:04:16 AM
Not owning a great deal, Vasch grabs his pack and is ready to go. "Is there any way to give us concealment when we go?" He says looking at the Chosen spellcasters.
"I would also suggest that Leets and Flat-top carry the children. They're both strong and move faster than most of us." He looks to Brahmah for conformation. "Also avoid opponents we meet the objective is the boat. There is no doubt that the wemics, as well as the others, are likely to have scouts all over waiting for us to make our move."
Escape from Hearthold Keep. (DM Jim) Monday February 16th, 2004 12:24:32 PM
The staff stays behind to cover your escape while The Chosen slip out the secret passage in the back. The are not worried about anyone spotting them yet as the keep is between them and the horde.
You hear the breaking of a door from back inside and then the clash of steel on steel. That is the last thing that you hear as you start out to the east and the ship.
As you make your way to the ship you notice that there are no guards or trackers to hamper your steps as you make it to the ship. Breaking the heavy underbrush you spot the green flag with the white pixie wings on it. The GossamerWing was the ship waiting for you...this is the ship that Dunin had gotten to take you from the island.
You notice several of the females roaming the decks of the small ship, armed and searching both the beach and the seas.
[I take it that the heart was also brought with you as well. Did not see any mention of it by name anyways.]
Toros Monday February 16th, 2004 1:31:56 PM
It was hard to leave the Harthold Keep for Toros, he has started to get accustomed to the life and people there, and the thinking that what would happen to those that they left behind would be indeed disturbing and painful on their escape. However seeing the GossamerWing gives him a relief at least for that moment. He will do anything that is asked from him for help, or that becomes the opinion of the majority. <<And please excuse his role player for three days at most, in case>>
Toros Monday February 16th, 2004 1:32:46 PM
It was hard to leave the Harthold Keep for Toros, he has started to get accustomed to the life and people there, and the thinking that what would happen to those that they left behind would be indeed disturbing and painful on their escape. However seeing the GossamerWing gives him a relief at least for that moment. He will do anything that is asked from him for help, or that becomes the opinion of the majority. <<And please excuse his role player for three days at most, in case>>
Flat-top Monday February 16th, 2004 1:38:53 PM
Flat-top takes Vrurt and her Melanen on his back after they went through the secert passage way. Once on his back, Flat-top runs for the dock, but come to a dead stop. "OH! By all that is Holy! Leets tell me Who has the heart??".
Gecktar Monday February 16th, 2004 4:12:52 PM
"I've taken the Heart" says Gecktar to Flat-Top. I feel that as a true representant of the church of Domi this was my task to protect it against the fools.
"Now we must find a new haven for it. It will be dangerous to carry it at all time"
Kanchana d20+10=18 d20+14=30 Monday February 16th, 2004 5:42:14 PM
Kanchana covers the rear of the party and does her best to conceal all signs of the groups' passage. She notices a lack of pursuers, but will keep to her task just in case.
(Knowledge Nature 18, Survival 30)
((I do not know what to roll to conceal tracks and such so I took a chance on Knowledge Nature and Survival being hopefully likely))
Kenisha Monday February 16th, 2004 10:19:48 PM
We must find a way to stop this madness." Kenisha says vehemently. "But first we have to find a place we can keep the children and the heart safe."
When the group gets to the beach, Kenisha steels herself for the dash across the open exposed area, hoping they can make it to the ship without needed to shed Taur blood.
Taric Tuesday February 17th, 2004 1:24:42 AM
Taric stays in the back with Kanchana, ready to cover their escape if needed. His mind is working hard on one of the image spells to help them get onto the GossamerWing and away from the Hearthold Keep and the good people who lived there and helped them with the highest price. A moment of sadness shows in Taric's eyes, but shaking his head, he concentrates on the task at hand, making sure to keep the children alive and the heart safe.
Leets Tuesday February 17th, 2004 3:28:45 AM
The Centaur paladin takes a couple of seconds to catch his breath as the Gossamer Wing appears.
"Good thing...Let's waste no time, I'm glad we leave, although I hate the idea of leaving the Hearthold Keep."
"Gecktar, you can keep the Reunited Heart, we already brought it there, and you'll have the honor to carry it too this way..."
"Well, let's go...Domi, let to trap stand on our way to this ship, please..."
Brahmah Tuesday February 17th, 2004 4:02:03 AM
As the groups makes their exit, Brahmah casts Entangle from his tattoo to obscure, or help obscure any trail. Hopefully this helps Taric and Kanchana with their attempts.
Brahmah is happy that Gecktar grabbed the Heart, however, he's not sure whether removing the Heart from it's safe place was such a great idea. He states his opinion. "The heart is not safe with us, believe it or not."
"Let's move. The Gossamer is waiting. Cheer up Chosen."
Vasch Tuesday February 17th, 2004 8:47:20 AM
As he and the other Chosen make their way through the tunnels and into the open Vasch keeps a steady eye back. It has him a little nervious, even more so considering the circumstances, when they reach the beach, and the Gossamer, unhindered.
Breaking the tree line and hitting the sand, Vasch has his bow at the ready as the others, then himself, climb into the boat.
I don't like this. Not one bit at all. Too easy.
Rowboats to the GossamerWing. (DM Jim) Tuesday February 17th, 2004 8:22:30 PM
Three rowboats are standing on the beach ready for The Chosen to be taken to the boat. The ladies that stand at the boats smile as The Chosen approach and indicate the boats. "We are ta take ya to da boat." The get in and wait for you all to get in the boats as well.
They take you to the GossamerWing at a quick pace and soon have you aboard. The quickly and easily have the boats stored in short order too. Captain Lira smiles to The Chosen and cuts them a curt bow. "Welcome aboard my ship again." You notice that her pirate speech has taken a leave.
Looking to Yondana she nods to her to take them below deck. "You can have your old room back and then we can discuss what it is that you need." Yondana motions you all to follow her to the lower deck.
You get settled in rather fast as you had little to stow away. Now you feel that you need to make plans for something. Maybe the good Captain will have some ideas??
Kanchana d20+2=6 d20+2=13 d20+3=4 d20+5=8 Wednesday February 18th, 2004 2:09:49 AM
Kanchana steps gingerly into the 'little' row-boat, and places herself into the middle as best she can. Kanchana stares nervously at the very close water as the row-boat moves towards the ship. When she climbs up to the boat Kanchana has a death-grip on whatever it is that she has to climb up (I assume that we have to climb aboard). Kanchana practically bends down and kisses the deck when she is safely on board.
Kanchana doesn't immediately recognize that Captain Lira's pirate accent is gone. She follows Yondana below deck, and leaves her gear there. Then Kanchana darts bacl topside and watches the coastline for pursuers.
(Eek! Climb check 6 (I rolled just in case), strength 13 (to hold on 13), Search 4, Spot 8)
Leets Wednesday February 18th, 2004 2:50:02 AM
"Thank you captain for answering our call in a difficult siuation once more...It's truly Domi himself who must have put you on our way..."
Leets will install the few things he brought with him in his room, and then join the others for the meeting.
"Well...Once more, the question is to know where we can go now...The doors to all Taur islands seem to be closed, and I've been wondering..."
"Maybe humans could bring some help with this situation. Their eyes won't be veiled by racial struggling, and their look on our scriptures are generally more open-minded...It's a racial feature of theirs I think..."
Brahmah Wednesday February 18th, 2004 2:59:32 AM
Noticing the three boats on the shore, Brahmah looks around curiously and cautiously, suspiciously. But then realizes everything is okay, for now.
They board and rush below deck, taking the Heart with them.
"Captain, what do you know? What do you have for us?" He asks expectantly.
Kenisha Wednesday February 18th, 2004 6:08:04 AM
Kenisha thanks Lira and her crew when she reaches the deck and says a silent prayer to Domi.
"You could be right, Leets." she says in agreement with the paladin's assessment of humans. "They also might not care what happens to us. But I'm sure if we find some human followers of Domi they could at least give us some insights."
Flat-top Wednesday February 18th, 2004 8:11:52 AM
Flat-top feeling better about the Heart "Phuuu! Domi chose the right one for this Holy Job. Come let's go. Flat-top let's his pansengers off and helps them into the boat. Then he helps them up the the ladder. Now it was Flat-top's turn to go up the ladder. With great diffaculty Flat-top make it up the ladder. The little one were looking over the side, laughing and making sugestion on how to put his hooves on the wooden slats. "I'll get the both of you, Just wait ti'll I get up there." needless to say that the little ones had gone with their mothers to the cabin. Flat-top Shakeks the hand Of the Captain, "Thank-you again,Captain Lira." Turning to the first mate, "Come on, Yondana, I forgot the way"
Paw'caw(Ceil) Wednesday February 18th, 2004 8:17:32 AM
It's very early in the morning, but she is in her nest watching, She hears her master, She look to his form, and he's running to a little boat. Then goes to another big boat. Her master is not alone? 'They not leaving with out me!'. She takes to the skies nad will land in the crow nest.
Managram(Ceil) Wednesday February 18th, 2004 8:24:13 AM
Managram follow Leets every where, even into the row boat, but watches his master strougle going up the ladderinto the boat. he thinks 'I'm not doing that!" He *Blinks* off the row boat, then *Blinks* again next to Leets, the dog think 'That the better way!"
Gecktar Wednesday February 18th, 2004 10:35:10 AM
"One more time I think your words are wise dear Leets. Personnaly I can't see any other option. We need to find Domi's servant among the human people. But I'm open to other ideas if anyone has one to propose."
Vasch Wednesday February 18th, 2004 12:10:26 PM
Vasch climbs aboard the Gossamer Wing. "I hate the water." He says. I really hate water!
He thanks the crew as he sees them for their aid in these troubling times.
In the discussion of what to do next, Vasch voices his opinion. "Bringing humans into the affairs of taurs...there has to be another way." Vasch says the frustration is heard well in his voice. "The factions won't appreciate the interference of the non-taur races in this matter. It may even increase hostilities." His shoulders sag, "But unfortunately I don't see any other way. We should speak to the other sects of Tomi."
Toros(ceil) Wednesday February 18th, 2004 5:11:33 PM
Once on the deck,Toros look over the side of the ship, "OHhhh! on the water again. Hello Captain, My I go to our cabin, Please??" Off he goes the the cabin. " I hate water, Tomi made water for drinking!" and off to his corner he goes.
The Captain's Idea. (DM Jim) Wednesday February 18th, 2004 7:27:43 PM
Captain Lira just shrugs off the thanks as she dips a bow to The Chosen. "I don't like to see anyone getting the wrong end of a saber...unless they deserve it of course." She winks at the lot of you as she says that last little bit. "I for one believe you are innocent in my gut....and I always go with my gut." She lets them be led down to the lower deck and her warroom for them to stay in once again.
Captain Lira looks at the group as they gather for their meeting. She is surprised and a little flattered that they would ask her opinion or if she has any ideas. "My first order of business would be to get the children somewhere safe...once that is done you can worry about yourselves." She states it matter of factly as she looks towards her own boat again to make sure everything is running smoothly. She seems as if she has more to add but holds her tongue till you have talked it out and come to some kind of a decision.
You have made an excellent getaway from Hearthold Keep and no pursuit has been spoted yet. The two drow elf twins are in the crowsnest and keeping a sharp lookout.
Leets Thursday February 19th, 2004 3:42:06 AM
"I understand your opinion Vasch...I would have prefered to deal with Taurs only, but I seriously think we need another, neutral point of view in this case..."
Thougthful, Leets is about to say something else, hesitates, but finally says it...
"Well...I had another idea, but it could be dangerous..."
"If we need another, and neutral point of view, we could surrender to Pantheon clergymen...They are fair and always bring justice...But I never met Taur Clergymen of Pantheon: maybe we could search for them..."
Leets scratches Managarm's ear, and waits for his fellows answer...He's not confident at all himself...
Kenisha Thursday February 19th, 2004 6:58:30 AM
"We need to stop this new Taur War before it gets any further along than it already is." Kenisha says after pacing back and forth. "I still say we have to get ahold of each of the races' version of this ancient scripture or prophecy, whatever it is."
Brahmah Thursday February 19th, 2004 7:29:58 AM
"I agree that the humans maybe an option, but I'm no sure their the best option. I think that getting in contact with the mainland taurs might b a better thing to do... though, letting the human know might be an idea." Brahmah says.
"Getting the babies safe is a good idea. I agree."
"Kenisha, I think your idea is superb."
Flat-top d20=18 Thursday February 19th, 2004 8:09:06 AM
"I agree!" said Flat-top, "As the Captain Lira said "Take care of the Children first, then we can take care of ourselves. Leets is your Dam(mother) alive? She may know of this Clergy of Pantheon." Flat-top turns to Captain Lira, "Captain Lira, you have done so much for us already, you have sailed these waters often, is there a place where we can make these Special Children Safe? While we try to straiten this mess out?. Don't worry those taurs back there, It will take them a few days to realise that we are not there on the Island and neither is the highly prized Heart." Flat-top smiles at her with the best smile he can muster.
OOC:Rolling for Char. 18:)
Kanchana Thursday February 19th, 2004 5:39:03 PM
Kanchana still believes that approaching humans and not Taurs is their best hope, but she doesn't bother saying anything about that. She thinks that maybe she is just afraid of how any non-Chosen Taurs might act; or just plain paranoid. "Let's just hope that the mainland Church of Tomi has some sort of copy or recording concerning Taur prophecies." Kanchana approaches Captain Lira and quietly asks her (in a whisper); "Captain your speech sounds somehow different. Do you have a cold??"
A Suggestion. (DM Jim) Thursday February 19th, 2004 9:13:54 PM
Captain Lira smiles as she is asked about her ideas on the subject. She glances to the others and shakes her head in understanding. "I know of a man that will help out...he is a seer and could find a safe place to hide the children while you take care of other business." She looks to Brahmah as he seems the most likely to voice an objection, besides Kenisha of course.
She plunges on as she can see some objections to some of her plan. "He is an extremely old man that has helped out others in the past. Best of all he has no ties really to the outside world...having abandoned them...he is a hermit of sorts." She smiles as she thinks of the times she has spent at Zethen's little island. "Besides he lives on an uncharted island." She chuckles at the last as she sees your faces.
When Kanchana questions her privately by ear about her accent she just smiles. "Actually I am noble born but turned to a life on the seas...sanctioned by the church to stop pirates." That last little bit explains how she got the wood that she did, though most likely by illegal means. "My speech and accent is all put on...mostly for others so I drop it around friends."
Taric Friday February 20th, 2004 12:45:28 AM
Taric nods as the captain's idea.
"Sounds good. If you're sure you can trust him, I think we can trust him as well."
Leets Friday February 20th, 2004 4:36:58 AM
Leets nods at Lira's suggestion.
"This may be a good idea...Wherever we go, I don't know if we'll be welcome or not, and Iwould prefer to know the children in a safe place..."
"But I guess Kenisha has to decide about this..."
"As for where we should go, I think you should have the final word Captain Brahmah!"
Kenisha Friday February 20th, 2004 6:07:10 AM
Kenisha thinks about it for a moment then says with a nod, "Lets go see this hermit."
Flat-top Friday February 20th, 2004 6:30:41 AM
"By Domi's Sandles, you did it again, Captain Lira. This Hermit sounds like a very good salution, Mother Vaurt, Little Melanen and Domisha. If Kenisha want to come along with us. What do you think Captain Brahmah? the only thing left is the Heart? And that's for the cleric among us to thinks about??" Flat-top now feel that he can do his best in any fight.
Kanchana Friday February 20th, 2004 5:22:47 PM
Kanchana sees nothing wrong with visiting a hermit. She thinks to herself, "huh, any port in a storm."
Brahmah Friday February 20th, 2004 6:23:02 PM
"Let's meet this hermit, then we'll decide how to proceed. Besides, the Children have to like him, if they don't, usually a childs instinct for a person is a good judge. Let the babies decide. Vrurt needs her say too. Hey, what about that dryad? Nah, her island is too unsecure for hiding." "Let's go see your hermit friend, Lira." He grins at her.
"Hmmmm, Kanchana, maybe this hermit is a 'Warden of the Woods' too. Maybe he can help with your practices?"
A Decision. (DM Jim) Friday February 20th, 2004 7:38:39 PM
Captain Lira smiles as The Chosen make a decision on her old friend. Turning to Yondana where she stands in the room she nods to her. Yondana slips out the door to make ready the journey and get the ship set. "He has take himself into self-imposed exile...he will help with no worries." She laughs lightly as she thinks of old Zethen. "He grew tired of the ways of the world long ago...though he does keep in contact with some of his friends." She glances around at the group and nods her her in understanding.
She takes the time now to leave the room and let The Chosen get some rest and eat. The cook comes in with some platters containing meats, cheese, bread and fruits of many kinds. "The Captain said to make sure you got this food and drink then to get some sleep." She starts to leave and then stops at the door. "Do you need anything else? The Captain also said it would take a week to reach the island." She then leaves to either get anything they request or to go about her regular duties.
[I will break the sea voyage to the island into a two to three day post so that you can talk over stuff, concerning the children and the heart. This will also give more to for character sheets to get in to me.]
Toros Saturday February 21st, 2004 10:28:29 PM
Poor Toros could not feel himself very well this time sailing on the sea, and could not leave his bed for the first part of the sea voyage. Fortunately he has started to feel better and appear around.
((Thank you very much, nice to be together with you again. I have finally returned from my trip, but it was sooo tiring.))
Gecktar Sunday February 22nd, 2004 5:04:36 AM
"Sure, taking the children in a safe place is a good idea, but Kenisha, I hope this place is not too far... Because this means that you'll not see your daughter often... I also feel sad being separated from them as they are little prodigious... I don't ever imagine what you feel in your heart."
Vasch Sunday February 22nd, 2004 9:26:01 AM
Vasch spends a lot of time below deck. On the occasions he does venture up top he moves through the center of the vessel, if possible.
...anywhere sounds good to me...just get me on dry land...
Kanchana Sunday February 22nd, 2004 4:22:25 PM
Kanchana smiles at Brahmah. "Yes maybe he is. I hadn't thought of that. The childrens' safety has precedence though." She sighs and thinks "I will not be getting any work done on plants here on the seas anyway!"
Taric Monday February 23rd, 2004 12:27:39 AM
Taric spends most of the time on the deck, enjoying the salty breeze and the waves. Finally a chance to relax for a bit since they left the keep. He watches all the daily activities go by and if anybody asks for his help, he will gladly step in. But otherwise he stays mostly in his role as observer, the role his mother had shown him. Don't judge, just observe and then draw your own conclusion.
Kenisha Monday February 23rd, 2004 12:39:53 AM
Kenisha gets a pained look on her face at Gecktar's words, but doesn't say anything at the moment. She does however spend as much time as possible with the children.
(OOC- No surgery on my spine in the immediate future, but I am going to be going through a super-intense form of physical therapy. I'll find out more on Monday, but from the looks of things I may have to drop out of the game for a while. Letting Kenisha stay on the Hermit's island with the kids and Vrurt would be a good place to do this.)
Brahmah Monday February 23rd, 2004 4:38:47 AM
Brahmah doesn't like the idea of the children staying there, but it may be the safest.
"Kenisha, maybe you should stay on the island. Not only for the Wee One, but as extra security, just in case, Domi help us."
Brahmah mopes and pouts at the thought of his friends/babies departing and staying on the island, but thinking back to the Keep and his 'self-imposed exile', he doesn't remain depressed long when the babbling of Taric and the horrible singing of Kanchana rings back in his mind. *He shudders.*
He has new friends to get to know. Gecktar, Toros and all these fine sea-worthy ladies. He grins wide. "Can't be too pushy, the Captain said, 'Whoever messes with her girls, has to deal with her.'"
Flat-top Monday February 23rd, 2004 8:01:01 AM
Flat-top is witherling Two new toys for the little ones, one of the toys hour shape, except there a point on the bottom. The next one is pare shape and theres ridges on the bulbof the toy. Flat-top takes two peaces of twine, wraps it on both toys and gives them a snap, then throws them on the floor (they spins like tops). "That's for you two, now enjoy." He tells the little ones. To Kenisha,he tell her, "You know that Brahmah is right, those little four hoves and two hoves are too young to be away from their mothers, you two mothers sleep on the problem, see what Domi tell you. If you chose to stay with the babies We will understand." Flat-top kisses Kenisha forhead.
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) Monday February 23rd, 2004 9:40:21 PM
The next few days pass uneventfully for all those aboard the ship. Everyone goes about thier own business and The Chosen are asked to chip in here and there.
The only thing that causes any commotion is a main rope that snaps. One of the sailors is caught by it and thrown over the side. She is saved but a remains a little shaken as she goes about her business. Shortly after though she is relieved from duty by the Captain.
Captain Lira pops in only to see how The Chosen are doing and chat with them. She also makes herself available if they have any questions for her.
Toros Tuesday February 24th, 2004 2:09:40 AM
<<Get well soon Dear Kenisha>>
"Ah I will miss the chidren, it has been delightful to see them around"
Toros will visit the injured sailor to wish her good health and see whether he may do something for her.
Leets Tuesday February 24th, 2004 3:30:16 AM
The Centaur paladin spends most of his time watching the horizon line, he's quite worried, because as soon as the three "guests" realized the Chosen had left, they probably sailed right behind them...However, nobody seems to be in sight right now...
"Oh! I wish we could have spent more time on the ground...If it goes on, we'll become seataurs, with fish tails..."
"You too Managarm, would prefer to run after the sheeps, right? Take this..."
Leets will give his usual bone to Managarm...
Managram(Ceil) Tuesday February 24th, 2004 5:59:00 AM
Managram sit beside his master's side, listening to his every word. But when Leets gave him his bone, he clasp on it, then went to hide under a bunk (So the little ones would not take that bone away from him).
Paw'caw(Ceil) Tuesday February 24th, 2004 6:03:20 AM
Paw'caw was in the crow nest when the accedent happen to that crew member, the bird had taken to the sky and circle as the where she was in the water, untill she was resqued. She then fished and ate dinner.
Flat-top d20+4=24 Tuesday February 24th, 2004 6:12:43 AM
Flat-top was mending ropes when the accedent happen. He rush to take the life saver, looking as to where she was in the water (good chance Paw'caw was marking the spot in the water), Flat-top threw the floating doughnut to her. "At least she has something to hold on to." he tell the taur standing next to him.
OOC; throwing strenth 24, a natural 20 hits the target.
Kenisha Tuesday February 24th, 2004 6:22:07 AM
The kids see Managram crawl under the bunk, but when they kneel down to investigate, Kenisha moves in and tells them, "Never corner a dog with a bone, no matter how friendly he's been. He can bite you very hard to protect what's his."
That night Kenisha dreams. In the morning she tells the others. "I think Domi has spoken to me. I dreamt that I was on a shore with Vrurt and the children; waving to the Gossamer Wing as she sailed into a stormy sea. The storm grew worse as the ship sailed out of sight. Just before I awoke, the storm broke. I don't know what the future holds, but my part in it, I think, will be with the children."
(ooc- The Back Care Center is going to be intense and I don't want to hold up the game any. So for the time being, Kenisha's part in this adventure is going to be full-time mom and cheerleader on the sidelines. Things won't get into the full swing until next week, so I'll be able to post up til then without any problems. The good news is that they've had a lot of good results with the program.)
Brahmah Tuesday February 24th, 2004 6:51:53 AM
Brahmah keeps out of the way on the ship, until he is asked to help.
Kanchana Tuesday February 24th, 2004 2:30:44 PM
Kanchana spends a lot of time below decks studying and meditating. When the children aren't otherwise engaged or sleeping she tries to teach them a few Wemic words and lets them practice "hunting and ambushing techniques" on her. Kanchana listens to what Kenisha tells about her dream. "Kenisha it is probably for the best of both you the children and Vrurt that you remain with them. You need more time with your daughter as it is."
((Good luck with the program Marilyn. I hope it helps you heaps.))
The GossamerWing. (DM Jim) Tuesday February 24th, 2004 6:53:15 PM
The next few days are just fine as well and there are no further accidents. No ships have appeared behind the GassamerWing and it is a safe bet that you put a good deal of distance between you and any who would chase you.
Events go on and Kenisha has a dream that she relays to the others. She has no idea what will be in her future but the others support her in her decisions.
Captain Lira comes to Brahmah later that second night and leans against the rails with him. "We should reach the island in two days...the seas willing." She munches on a piece of dried fish as she continues to stare off into the night sky. "A beautiful sight to be sure."
[Will need to get someone to play Kenisha then when you need someone to take over then Marylin. Do you have anyone specific that you would want to take over for awhile? I can get them set up with a character sheet or you can as needed. My plan will call for your character to be there till the end, but I can do whatever you would prefer.]
[Will keep you in my wishes and prayers. You take it easy then and let me deal with the rest for you. Things will be good once you get back. :)]
Taric Wednesday February 25th, 2004 12:57:07 AM
Taric enjoys being on the ship, feeling free. Unlike most of the other Chosen he had found out by now. He shrugs and continues to enjoy the moment, for as long as it lasts. Whenever they set foot on land, the troubles always began again.
OOC: I'll be moving to our new house this week. I'll try to keep posting, but I don't think it will be as frequent as I want it to be.
Gecktar Wednesday February 25th, 2004 2:45:21 AM
Gecktar is happy to get back on the firm ground. He is not a good swimmer and is always a bit anxious on the boat. Talking to all Chosen he says "Maybe if the children are safe here could we let the Heart here too. Except if it could be used as a beam leading directly here of course. But what you think about that. The children will be raised in the light of the Heart if it is nearby."
(OOC : good luck Marilyn, all my wishes are with you)
Leets Wednesday February 25th, 2004 3:41:47 AM
Although he knows Managarm would never hurt the little ones, Leets encourages their mother's advice.
"Kenisha is right you know, even while playing, a dog could bite you more than he would think, and could hurt you..."
Leets will enjoy the peaceful travel, and will prepare his equipment, in the case they meet troubles on their way.
Kenisha Wednesday February 25th, 2004 6:30:13 AM
Kenisha gets the children to play a rolling game with the balls until Managarm comes out from the bunk. She sees if the dog is willing to come over to play with the children, but doesn't try to force him.
When the subject of the Heart comes up she says, "I think the Heart should stay with the Chosen. It could be an important rallying cry to get the rest of the Taurs to come to their senses."
(OOC- Okay, it seems that Kenisha has to be frog-marched. Anyone want to do it? It could be a few months before I'll be able to play again. Thanks everyone for your good thoughts and all.)
Vasch Wednesday February 25th, 2004 8:21:33 AM
Vasch is quiet through the entire voyage. When he does come up top he still sits in the center of the ship and watches the others.
Kanchana Wednesday February 25th, 2004 11:22:21 AM
Kanchana continues her work, and otherwise just tries to make herself useful.
Flat-top Wednesday February 25th, 2004 11:40:15 AM
Flat-top swabs the deck, chasing the little ones around with the mop. Then he goes and mop the deck where the weimic are resting and working as look outs. "Lifts your paws, dear friends, or you'll get them all wet." he laugh to himself.
OOC: Marilyn, that care of your self, believe me I know pain.
Toros Wednesday February 25th, 2004 7:45:06 PM
In a convenient time Toros will chat with Captain Lira and Yondana, making jokes about the previous times that they spend time together. He will ask more detailing questions about their past and future to get to know them better and understand what they think of the current situation, and plan for the following days may bring.
The Mysterious Voice. (DM Jim) Wednesday February 25th, 2004 8:27:07 PM
Much of the last few days have been spent in doing mundane tasks and keeping the ship in shape. Finally Captain Lira comes up on deck and gathers a few of her sailorettes together. "Drop the anchor right here...we should be close to what we seek." She takes out a steel rod and taps it three times, turning in every direction. She then patiently waits for something.
Ten minutes have passed and the sailorettes are patiently waiting for whatever it is that will happen next. Captain Lira steps forward again and strikes the rod another three times in each direction. Murmoring starts to break out on the deck and Lira shoots them a nasty look that more than relays the needed message, shut your mouths...quiet.
Another ten minutes goes by and you suddenly get the feeling that you are not alone anymore. A faint buzzing begins in your head and it increase and changes to a voice. "Who is it that seeks my island?" The voice is not too loud in your head but just enough to give you pause. Lira glances to those around her, knowing that only The Chosen, her and Yondana is hearing anything. "It is I Captain Lira that seeks your island Zethen...I have some people that desperately need your help." You hear what could be a mental sigh and shrug as your outer thoughts are looked into. "I see....hmmmm....very interesting....yes...they may come." You get the feeling of great excitement and a lot of curiuosity in the emotions that come from this Zethen.
A flash of light streaks from out of nowhere to land lightly on the deck of the ship. A small male fairy is standing there looking at the group and Captain Lira. "Good Captain...too long it has been." His eyes sparkle as he rubs his hands together. "You did not by chance bring any of that hard candies again?" His licks his lips as Lira smiles and tosses him a bag. Looking inside he shoots straight up into the air and then lands again on the deck. "Thanks you....thank you....thank you." He then turns to regard The Chosen as he pockets the small bag. He slips the wide brimmed hat of his head and dips into a graceful bow. "Pleased to meet you...guests of my master." He slips back to the ships railing and points to a large flat barge that stands ready. "Hop on and don't worry..you cannot fall off." He sweeps another bow to Captain Lira and then plunks his hat back on his head.
He then leads the ship to the island that is still not apparent in the distance. Vrurt has made an appearance on the deck and will drop lightly onto the barge with her daughter in her arms.
[Ceil - I will send you Kenisha's sheet so that you can take over her for a few.]
[Toros - You are able to find out that Lira is of a noble human family, but she wanted her freedom and became a privateer. She has the ability to keep her ship and crew in good shape even when money is limited. Her family are actually merchants of a big company that works Wold wide. Yondana on the other hand tells you little except that she saved Lira once a long time ago and then joined her crew. She had a great love for the sea and found this to be a great compromise for her life.]
Gecktar Thursday February 26th, 2004 2:52:51 AM
Gecktar is eager to see this mysterious guest. He will follow Vurt on the barge.
Then talking to the fairy creature : "My name is Gecktar, fervent sevant of Domi, how can we name you ?"
Kenisha Thursday February 26th, 2004 6:11:58 AM
Kenisha carefully makes her way down to the barge and with the help of one of the others, helps get Domisha down as well.
She introduces herself to the fae creature, "I am Kenisha and this," she places her hand on her daughter's back, "is my daughter, Domisha."
Flat-top Thursday February 26th, 2004 7:01:22 AM
Flat-top look down at the one that drop lightly down to the barge, he will turns to Kanchama "There's no danger, they they floated down to the barge." He will help Kanchana over the rail and watch her float down. Now he turn to Captain Lira and her crew and salutes them all, he throws his backpack over the rail, then jump the rail, floating to the barge, "Oh! I have to do this more often."
Brahmah Thursday February 26th, 2004 7:04:57 AM
OOC: Sorry about no Wednesday post, I was visiting with a close friend I haven't seen in some time.
IC: Brahmah shoots Gecktar a look as if to say, 'Hey, you ALREADY know his name.' He just shakes his head. "Pay attention Gecktar." He says under his breath, not trying to embarrass the young Taur.
"Kind Zethen. We thank you for your help. Everyone aboard the barge, we can't keep the Captain from her job. I'm Brahmah, leader of the Chosen of Domi. We will have time for full introductions later, right now, the longer we stay here, the more his island is in danger."
"Lira, will you return or wait in the area?"
Vasch Thursday February 26th, 2004 3:03:28 PM
Vasch climbs aboard the barge. "I'll be glad to get on dry land."
Leets Thursday February 26th, 2004 3:38:20 PM
Leets watches the events with growing amazement, and his eyes sparkle with surprise.
"Captain Lira, the more I watch you do, the more I find reasons to be surprised by such a person..."
"And the more I'm sure it's Domi himself who put you on our way, wherever you come from..."
Leets prepares his backpack, and watches the sea, searching for an island.
"Managarm, it sounds like we are going to find back dry land!"
Paw'caw Thursday February 26th, 2004 4:01:36 PM
Paw'caw sences that something is going on and fearing for her master, She flies onto Brahmah shoulder, Standing there proud as if to say (Nobody messes with US!).
Managram(ceil) Thursday February 26th, 2004 4:05:23 PM
Managram listens to Leets, the dog seems to understand the Paladin,"Oh! Boy! Trees! the first thing I'm going to do is water the trees" the dog *Blinks* onto the barg.
Toros Thursday February 26th, 2004 4:31:41 PM
Seeing the fascinating welcoming of Zethen Toros remembers the visit of Orto, when they were the guests of Captain Lira for the very first time. He wonders whether there might be any relation between Orto, Zelten or other fairy relations, smiling himself with this thinking in mind. And with this smile in his face he introduces himself to this newly met 'gentleman'.
Dwarf Island or Zethen Island. (DM Jim) Thursday February 26th, 2004 6:45:19 PM
Captain Lira smiles and nods to the fairy as he drifts down to the barge. "I will keep the ship here for as long as needed...you will most likely need my ship more." She waves as the barge departs and turns to her crew. "Bring down the sail and prepare to make the ship ready for a wait." She then moves about the deck for some time making sure that things are done.
The fairy turns around at the question of his name. When he hears Brahmah's comment about who he is he blushes greatly. "Oh I am sorry for the confusion...I am not Zethen, he is a aged human....very powerful in the arts he is...but I diverge, my name is Talthingstratusinruphusque....erhh just Tal for short." He points back the way that the barge is now moving and smiles as you draw nearer.
You have went maybe some sixty feet when the vague outline of an island appears. As you look back towards the GossamerWing you find that it is no longer there. The island is only ten feet away now and you are closing fast. The fairy flits about the barge messing with a few metal rods that are positioned here and there. "We will make the island very soon...and I can take the goodies to my family."
The barge lands on the beach and you are all free to move off. Tal glances to the group and then points to a most obvious path. "Take the path and you will soon come to a hut...that is Zethen's home...he will be waiting for you most certainly." He starts to flit away and then stops, hovering in the air. "I will be here for your return to the ship." With a last wave he flies off into the surrounding forest and is soon lost from sight.
Brahmah Friday February 27th, 2004 1:24:08 AM
Brahmah grabs his gear, tightens his buckler and Falchion/Kukri and looks to the Chosen, then back to Tal.
"Thank you Tal, we'll see later I'm sure. It was a pleasure to meet you."
"Come on Chosen, let's meet our Host."
Gecktar Friday February 27th, 2004 4:32:51 AM
"Hmm, hmm..." makes Gecktar when Tal gives his true name. "Nevermind Brahmah" does he whisper, "everyone can do some mistakes..."
"Let's find this Zethen." he happily take a step or two on the firm ground but his balance is a bit precarious feeling as if still on the boat. He then follows Brahmah.
Flat-top Friday February 27th, 2004 6:31:11 AM
Jumps off the barge, then helps Kenisha but Domisha does not want to be carried, but wants to play in the water. Next Flat-top helps Vrurt off the barge and puts her on his back, BUT Melanin want to play in the serf like Domisha. Poor Flat-top is in the middle of a water fight and him being a target. "Hey! Brahmah! How about some help here? I have two little dragonetts on my hands." Well to the Unitaurs that statement made thing all the funnier, the girls followed Flat-top, Splashing him all the way to shore. Now Flat-top is all wet and looks like a drown rat (no wonder he forgot his gear on the barge).
Kenisha Friday February 27th, 2004 6:37:27 AM
Kenisha lets the "horseplay" go on just long enough to curb some of the children's restlessness before going in and giving Flat-top a hand in getting them to follow along with the others on the path.
Noticing the unattented bundle still on the barge she grabs it, pretty sure to whom it belongs but wanting to see how long he goes before noticing it's missing.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday February 27th, 2004 6:40:15 AM
Paw'caw does not know what to make of that little flying thing, it talks but flies around like a big butterfly. So she stays on Brahmah shoulder, but watches that butterfly fly off into the trees. 'More Butterflies??' she wonders.
Managram(ceil) Friday February 27th, 2004 6:46:36 AM
Managram jumps off the barge, swims to shore then wets five trees, before he shakes the water off og his coat. Then goes and sits beside his master. (But if you look closely, the dog is almost smiling?)
Vasch Friday February 27th, 2004 11:44:55 AM
Vasch gathers his gear and follows the others.
Kanchana d20+10=24 d20+10=22 Friday February 27th, 2004 1:21:43 PM
Kanchana makes it onto the barge with Flat-top's help. She is very grateful for the help.
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Kanchana doesn't appreciate the trip on the barge, and feels particularly unwell when she sees the ship disappear from sight. When the barge lands at the beach Kanchana leaps from the barge and lands on the sand without getting her paws wet at all.
She immediately starts to examine the local plants to see if there any that she recognizes. She is glad that she brought her gear from the ship and precedes to take copious notes. Kanchana is currently very engrossed in the local flora of the island.
(Knowledge: Nature 24, Herbalism 22. Kanchana also uses her druid ability Nature Sense)
Toros d20=14 Friday February 27th, 2004 5:14:16 PM
Carrying his gear Toros also lands on the island behind his friends. He gives a curious look around to understand more about this nw place. (d20, 14
The Island...the path. (DM Jim) Friday February 27th, 2004 7:08:52 PM
Milling around on the beach for a little while you get your land legs back, partially. Kanchana becomes ingrossed in some of the flora that surrounds the beach. Some of it is wild roots and plants that she recognizes as edible, but some are totally new plants. A couple of them she can tell are poisonous just by their appearance, but the others?? The two children find a nice little sack full, if they have a small sack or get one, of small pretty shells on the beach.
You can see nothing but the path and a little ways up it. The rest is heavy vegetation though it has the appearance of being maintained by someone, even tended like a garden. The path is well taken care of, pine and wood chips line the paths floor making it easy on the feet. A cool breeze blows across it as well bringing in the salty sea smells.
The path breaks into a small clearing with a hut setup in the middle of it. Smoke gently curls from the little chimney and a small fire is goin on the deck at the front of the house. A tea pot has just started to whistle as you break the clearing. Seated on the front porch is an old centaur.
He looks up and motions the group forward as he slowly stands, moving to a small table. The group will notice that he has several cups set up on the table and a hot kettle whistling over a fire. As they move closer to the porch he smiles and finally speaks. "Welcome Chose...do not be surprised as I saw your coming before Lira called to me...though what you are wanting is unknown to me." Motioning to the chairs and other places to sit he starts to pour out some tea. "Have some tea and let us talk a little." He then sits and listens to whatever The Chosen have to say about their needs.
[Sorry, Zethen is actaully a centaur. Should have checked my notes a little better there.]
Leets Sunday February 29th, 2004 1:24:13 PM
"Well...Thank you for welcoming us on your island. I hope we won't bring troubles to your life of retirement..."
"I'm Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, paladin of Domi, and here is Managarm, a faithful and canine servant of our allmighty Father..."
Kanchana d20+10=21 d20+10=12 Sunday February 29th, 2004 2:28:21 PM
Kanchana continues to spend as much time as she can studying the plants that she doesn't recognize. She hopes to see if they are anything like some of the plants that she does know. Maybe they can be useful for food or medicine? She takes more notes and makes some sketches as well.
Kanchana will be last one to head up the path to the hut. She will wait until everyone else has had their say, and then Kanchana will bombard Zethen with a whole lot of questions about the local flora. She explains that she has a great interest in herbalism and plants in general.
(Knowledge: Nature 21, Herbalism 12)
Flat-top Sunday February 29th, 2004 7:36:05 PM
Flat-top make belive he's mad at the Uni taur and chases them to their mother. Then it's upthe path, to the hot and greets the ols centaur, "Good day to you, and yes I'll will have a cup of tea with you." Flat-top look around, it seem to him that something is missing BUT cannot put his hoof on it?? "Oh! Well! It will come to me later."
Managram(ceil) Sunday February 29th, 2004 7:38:46 PM
The dog look at the old centaut and answers 'Woof!', sits then look at Leets. 'Maybe he'll give me a treat?'
Kenisha Sunday February 29th, 2004 11:04:00 PM
On the way up the path, Domisha squeals in mock (and giggling) terror at Flat-top. As they enter the clearing, she hides shyly behind her mother.
Kenisha bow in respect to the old centaur and says in introduction, "Greetings, honored elder, I am called Kenisha." She puts her hand on her daughter's back and ushers her forwards from behind her flank and into full view, "And this is my daughter, Domisha."
(ooc- Okay this will be my last post for awhile. I'll keep checking the board now and again. Have fun guys. :)
Gecktar Monday March 1st, 2004 3:18:25 AM
Gecktars bows slightly at the old centaur. "Thanks for your welcome... and your tea too" says Gecktar with a smile to the elder hermit. "My name is Gecktar fervent servant of Domi. It's a pleasure to meet someone welcoming you with tea instead of arrows or bolts..."
Gecktar take a place around the table and waits until everyone is in place. When their chief will seat down he will follow the movement.
(OOC : We are with you Marilyn, see you soon on the boards :) )
Brahmah Monday March 1st, 2004 4:47:33 AM
The minotaur cocks his head as he passes the clearing, 'A centaur? Neat.' He thinks.
He approaches the porch. "Greetings, I'm Brahmah, Captain of the Chosen of Domi. I'm glad to see civilization hasn't pestered you here."
"This is Pah'caw, my friend and companion." He scratches her feathers under one wing.
As a show of good faith, Brahmah removes his weapon belt and leans them against the porch.
"Aw, yes, tea, great." After a sip of tea, Brahmah explains the situation in as much detail that he can, without giving away too much, but not leaving out important bits. "...so, if the mothers and Children of Domi might stay with you, that would be great. They, the wee-ones, are innocent of any crimes. I'd be happy to bring back some token in payment if you wish?" He looks up from his cup of tea with a raised eyebrow, "Are you willing to help? I promise in advance that I won't speak of your Paradise to anyone, on MY HONOR!"
Toros Monday March 1st, 2004 5:12:21 PM
"My name is Toros. I am the newest member of the Chosen... And very nice to meet you."
Toros smells the tea poured into the cups. "This tea smells so good and tasty".
He listens and nods silently where he sits, when Brahmah explains their situation to the Host Centaur.
Vasch d20+9=27 d20+5=22 d20+7=18 Monday March 1st, 2004 7:37:04 PM
Vasch nodds a greetings to Zethen not wanting to interupt Kanchana and her onslaught of questions directed at the host.
As is in Vasch's nature, he does keep a watchful eye on his surroundings.
(Spot DC27, Listen DC22, Survival DC18)
Old Zethen. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 12:04:25 AM
Old Zethen waits as everyone gets them some tea and partakes of the simple fair that he has set out. He nibbles on a little of this and a little of that as he listens to you talk to him.
He talks of some of the plants on the island and how they can be used in healing. He also let Kanchana know that a most of them can only be found on this island...they grow with his nurturing.
During the talks you come to realize that Old Zethen is actually blind but seems to not be hampered by it.
Finally feeling alittle more relaxed as the children play around the house and even come to be help by Zethen, Brahmah comes to the crux of thier problem. Old Zethen shakes his head and then takes a sip of his tea. "I am afraid that they can not stay here...not because I do not want them too...but because great powers seek them both...dark and evil powers." With a sad look on his face he starts to tell you something and then quits. "There maybe a way...." He then shakes his head as if having second thoughts. "No...it is not my problem...I left the problems of the outer world behind long ago." He motions to the clearing and smiles again. "You may stay here the night and most of tomorrow if you will."
It seems that he may still help you but is reluctant. It seemed strange that he would tell you no but still allow you to stay so long, especially since it is still so early in the day.
Flat-top Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 7:10:17 AM
Flat-top watches the old centaur, then speak more to the clerics than to Zethen. "You know, I don't remember ever being invaded on Hearthold Island, and I been there from the begining. We must ask Domi for guidance, He must have something in mind. What do you think Brahmah? Should we sleep on the problem??"
Kenisha(ceil) Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 7:28:15 AM
Kenisha heart drops, you can see the pain in her eyes. "Yes! We should ask Domi." She'll go and make a place to bed down for the night. For her self and Domisha.
Domisha(ceil) Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 7:37:12 AM
Little Domisha sences that something is wrong, not just with her mother, But whith everybody in the party, including Old Zethen. She leaves her mother and steps forward to the old centaur. "You know something Sir? I had a dream when I was on the ship. I dreamed of this Island and I saw a Centaur, he look just like you." Then she was off to play with Melanin.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 7:41:18 AM
Paw'caw flies off to catch a fish for the little ones, then she'll make her self a nest in the highest tree around. That's where she'll guard her master and the Chosens.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 7:44:29 AM
Managram will play ball with the girls, but if Leets should move on, he'll be right by his side in the blink of an eye.
Leets Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 8:05:42 AM
"So the dark ones are definitively after us..."
"Well, I can only understand, Zethen...The little ones would be endangered, and you too..."
Leets is toughtful for a couple of minutes...
"I agree with you, Flat-Top...Kenisha...Maybe we could ask for guidance from our Lord."
"The problem is to know where, and the only answer I would give is: on the humans island..."
Gecktar Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 11:33:18 AM
Knowing that Zethen has more to say than he pretend, Gecktar says : "This choice is yours, and nobody can ever contest it. More we understand it as great powers are involved... But these children haven't the privilege you had when you make this choice. They are innocent and pure, why should they undergo the wrath of the Dark One without being able to defend themselves !"
"Yes of course, you could say that we are their guardian and their guides, but we are no match against the powers in move..."
"Every suggestion will be welcome, and every word will be heard. Maybe giving us few clues to find a solution will be sufficient to allow the little one to get a real life... Not a life of hunted ones... They do not deserve to be sacrified on the altar of cruelty..."
"One last time, those searching the light need your help wise Taur..."
"As I can see, this will not lead to your damnation, else you wouldn't have welcome us as you did."
"I understand your choice to live cloistered, and far from such struggles, but there are times when ancien power are to be waken to bring the light to others... and these times are coming."
Toros Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 5:23:15 PM
Having listened their host's words, in support of his friends' talkings, Toros will say to Zethen: "Even it is hard for us, the chosen of Domi, to decide what can be done without the guidance of Domi, thus, we understand your hesitation and appreciate the concerns of your own, Zethen. Please believe that we would not want to do anything to disturb your life, but we have had to come here and ask for your help... Maybe a matching point can be found between your concerns and ours, maybe destiny is at work here, the destiny for you and Chosen and none of us can escape from this."
Vasch d20+9=19 d20+5=23 d20+7=14 Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 6:04:39 PM
Vasch stands and listens to the old taur. At hearing Zethen's refusal to aid them other than a nights rest, he looks visibly upset. Tomi guide our actions. Vasch moves to Brahmah and whispers, "I'm going to take watch tonight."
Early in the evening, Vasch goes just outside the house and finds a spot next to the wall and tries to get some sleep even if only for a few hours. He will be up the night on watch. Whether it's the mention of the darkness or Zethen himself, Vasch is uneasy.
(Spot DC19, Listen DC23, Survival DC14)
Brahmah Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 6:45:53 PM
"It's decided, we'll ALL sleep on this and see what Domi has to say, if any."
To Vasch, he nods in the affirmitive. "Ok, watch then."
"Thank Zethen, we'll let you know by morning."
Brahmah finds where to sleep then is asleep before his head hits the bedroll.
Old Zethen. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 7:10:16 PM
Old Zethen embraces the childs face in his right hand and smiles. "I know little one...I dreamed of you too." He gently ruffs up her hair before she runs off. Glancing to The Chosen one at a time, as if he can see you and it makes you uncomfortable, he nods. "Your arguements I have heard...much do I have to think about." He glances back to the children as they play and sighs, a sad smile coming to his face.
That night was a restful one for the group and no incidents happen. A strange dream comes to each of you that night, one distubing in many ways.
'You see what can only be Domi locked in combat with another being. Though neither one seems to get the upper hand on the other, thier battle rages on tearing at the land surrounding them. Then you see the black specks that surround the legs of the combatants on the ground and your perception changes to one of ground level. All three of the taur races are locked in battle with each other, neither giving nor yielding to the other...many fall before the blades of the other. In the middle of it all is a black armored taur, Vargas, tearing into any taur that gets near him. He is surrounded by another eight taurs all dressed in his colors and bearing the vial smashing the hammer.
Then the scene changes to a temple with a group of people standing near it. As you draw closer you see yoursleves standing in chains, the children being testing in some ritual. The priests that are performing the ritual though are dressed in black and bear a vial on thier backs.'
You wake with a start as the dream seems to end on it's own. You know that this is just a possible future, but it felt so real. Looking to the sun you estimate that it is around ten in the morning.
Old Zethen is up standing in the clearing the sun full upon his face. Anyone that stood a watch will know that he did not sleep all night long and at one point was crying. He seems lost in thought now trying to make sense of something...you wonder if he saw what you did.
[Ceil - Thanks for keeping me in the loop. I like to see these things myself, though I should know how you are posting personally.]
Kanchana d20+10=24 d20+10=20 Tuesday March 2nd, 2004 9:51:42 PM
Kanchana feels very let down when Zethen says that the children cannot stay here. To pass the time she goes off to study the new plants more closely. She will study the plants until the light fades enough that she can no longer see any clear details.
Kanchana does try to get some sleep, but sleeps rather uneasily - and the nightmare doesn't help any. Kanchana suddenly wakes up late in the morning and isn't too particularly happy. She hardly spares Zethen a glance as she moves off from the others and seeks out the uncomplicated company of the plants. Kanchana will shun any social interaction for most of the day if she can. She studies a different area from where she was the day before.
Gecktar Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 2:47:58 AM
In the morning, waking up after a terrible nightmare, Gecktar isolates himself and sends prayers to Domi for an hour long.
Having made his duty, he then go to see Zethen. "Old Taur ?" says does he say to catch the attention of the Centaur "One more time we had a dream... This one was not a dream of courage as Domi usually send us. This was a dream of despair... Don't let the children face this fate... Help them..." With that said, he put his large hand on the shoulder of the wise Taur in a sign of compassion and then turn to help preparing meal.
Now asking to Brahmah : "When have we to be ready to leave captain... I had some hope that he will help us despite his vow of neutrality... We'll have to find our way alone... with the help of Domi"
Leets Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 3:00:36 AM
The Centaur paladin has his "bad days" look when he appears in the morning. He's used to wake up much more early than he did, and the nightmare made him upset...This day won't be a good one, and he knows it...
"So you had the dream too Gecktar..."
"Such a pity...We've been doing all we could for years now to unite the Taurs, and now...This."
"At first I thought I was remembering the battle between Domi and Marteaus, but...It was different, very different..."
"Maybe it could look like a vision of dispair, but I don't think so...Dark powers have called their own Chosen, we've seen it, and we'll have to face them. But those events...They are happening, now, and we can make things change. It'sz not at all like when Domi was...well... dead."
"They are trying to destroy waht we've built so far, and we musn't let them do. I think we should bring the little ones to a safe place first, and then find those who are bringing darness on our quest. But if needed, the little ones should come with us, the Taur people should know they don't have to hide..."
Flat-top Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 5:00:36 AM
Flat-top trashes in his dream, He dreams of him in chains helpless, As the Clerics of Chaos have the babies in hand. He wakes as he kicks a tree, hurting his hind left hoof. "Ouch!" then wipes the sweat from his face. Flat-top limps over to his buddies, just in time to hear what Leets and Gectar spea king of the dream, "Do you really think we can change the futur? I agree with you, we must find a safe haven for the little ones first, then take care of those Cleric of Darkness."
Kenisha(ceil) Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 5:14:15 AM
Kenisha awakes in a fear for her daughter, who is still fast asleep next to her. She see (in the clearing) Old Zethen standing there, with the sun reflecting on his face. 'He been crying. he must have had the dream too.' she think to herself. Kenisha goes to him and talk in a very soft tone "Come! Master Zethen, come and sit in the shade, I will bring you some cold water to drink. Then maybe we can talk, Alright?"
Brahmah Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 6:26:12 AM
When the Chosen get together in the morning with Zethen, Brahmah states simply so that EVERYONE knows he had the dream too, "We should've keel-hauled Vargus when we had the chance...honor somtimes has to be shelved for the greater good." He almost seemed shocked at his own statement, not about Vargus, but about Honor.
He doesn't look well at breakfast, almost green.
Vasch Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 11:52:00 AM
Vasch is even more disturbed by his dream. So much so that he does not mention it with the others when wakes to stand watch.
Seeing Zethen up during the night and in light of his dream Vasch approaches the old centaur. "You can't sleep?" He says is an inquisitive tone. "I don't like sleeping in the darkest of the night. I fear the darkness will swallow me forever."
He takes a look into the night sky. "You have seen it too haven't you...the future." Vasch pauses before continuing. "There is a darkness coming and we are the only light holding it back. I'm afraid. I fear that I am not strong enough for the task Tomi has set before me. I don't fear for my life, if I fail it's not only me, but our entire line, all taurs, that will fall. That our peoples will exist no longer."
"Is it that you refuse to help or that you are not allowed? I know that sounds very simple for the circumstances but I don't know how to ask it any other way. I saw the way you were with the children. I could see the pain on your face. These next days will shape the future of everyone..." Vasch leaves the old centaur.
The next morning, Vasch hears the talk of the dreams and the similarity to his own. He listens to the other talking but his thoughts are of last night and of his and the word he spoke to Zethen. Tomi I fear we are seeing the last days of the taur race.
"Let the hunters become the hunted." He says to the crowd. "Take the children to where the prophecy does not exist. Then we return and deal with Vargas...permanently.
Toros Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 4:51:02 PM
Toros will get up early in the morning, feeling the heavy load of the dream and the unsolved concerns in his mind. He will go to the beach to listen to the sounds of wave, this will relax him a bit. Then he will do his meditation for the day, later, travel around the island and return to where they stay over night.
When sees Zethen he will indeed feel sorry for him, feeling his deep sorrow. He could not say anything to the old blind Taur at that moment. He also has not got the chance to share his dream with his friends.
Old Zethen. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 3rd, 2004 9:09:17 PM
Zethen's head turns as Vasch approaches then he turns back to look out into the night sky. "I have visions even when I am awake...my blindness is like perpetual sleep." His head droops as he suddenly feels even older than he is. Catching the last of Vasch's statement he shakes his head. "For many years I have cloistered myself away from the outside...only occassionally helping those that seek me." Another tear slides down his face. "This time I can see that I will have no choice...The Dark One stirs even more now." With that he goes back to watching the stars as they twinkle in the sky.
He follows along with Kenisha, almost as a child being led somewhere. He sits and looks to her before she goes to get any water. "You are the mother of the one called Domisha...and the minotaur with you is the mother of the other girl, Melamin." It is more of a statement than a question, but you could take it as one. Listening to the others he shakes his head again. "You have a noble cause and good hearts...these children will not be hurt for my ignorance." He seems to natural look to the two children and once again you are struck by his ability to see without his eyes. "It would not be safe here but there maybe such a place." He ponders for a few minutes as if remembering something. "I am sorry...but there is a test you must pass to get my help...I am forbidden to help unless you pass this test...it is a gease put on me by Domi." He smiles as he waits to see what you have to say about this.
Kanchana finds many of the plants to be even stranger than some. She makes sketches of most of them tryiing to put in all the little details. She is even able to make some notes from what Zethen is able to tell her, if she asks. The other day he had suggested that she gather some of the seeds if she found them of interest.
Toros Thursday March 4th, 2004 12:00:26 AM
"A gease!.. I wonder what this gease is then", Toros thinks to himself and unconsciously expresses this out at the same time.
Leets Thursday March 4th, 2004 2:58:13 AM
"Domi never gives anything but to those who prove their valor..."
Leets smiles although he knows there is fravity in those events.
"We never failed Domi, I think we should try the test..."
Brahmah Thursday March 4th, 2004 5:13:29 AM
"Then the test it shall be." He answers more for himself than for the group as a whole. The other veteran Chosen know that Brahmah doesn't refuse a test or challenge, the new ones might not understand Brahmah yet. They soon will. Besides, anything for the Children of Domi.
Flat-top Thursday March 4th, 2004 7:13:18 AM
"A gease is a bird that flies south for the winter, Toros. What hes talking about now is a test." Flat-top Smiles as if he had given Toros a big piece of information. Then tell the old Centaur "I'm ready".
Kenisha(ceil) Thursday March 4th, 2004 7:43:30 AM
Kenisha Look to Flat-top, sigh "Flat-top! I'm glad that you are not their teacher, the only thing you can teach Domisha is how to defend herself." She smiles at the fighter, turns to Old Zethen, "I'm ready to take your test. Anything to keep my child safe and out of the hands of Chaos."
Both playmates look at each other, afther they hear the word "TEST", Asking their mother if they can go see Kanchana for a while?
Kanchana Thursday March 4th, 2004 8:04:09 AM
Kanchana will absolutely gather seeds since Zethen said she could. She places the seeds in small packages which she labels with numbers (since she doesn't yet know the names); the numbers coincide with the page numbers in her notebook where there are descriptions and drawings.
Kanchana left camp before any talk about testing came up, and therefore she also missed the discussion about the dream. Still she trusts the others and Father Tomi so she isn't too worried about what the dream might signify yet.
If the children come to her Kanchana will take a break from studying the plants she doesn't know. Instead she will take the children with her and start to show them the plants that she does know and how they can be used. Kanchana will encourage the children to explore the plants (even letting them taste the ones that can be eaten). She will however supervise everthing that the two children do and try; so they don't get hurt. Kanchana will try to explain things so that it isn't boring and in a way that makes it easy for them to understand.
Vasch Thursday March 4th, 2004 8:29:12 AM
Vasch listens to the others. The confidence and bravado in their voices lift his weighted soul. A smile can be seen to crack the stern expression and is quickly gone. A test. Why is nothing simple anymore. Alright, Tomi if that is what you require...so be it.
Gecktar Thursday March 4th, 2004 12:59:07 PM
"I will endure any test you wish... If it is for the safety of the children."
"May Domi guide our steps"
To the Cave. (DM Jim) Thursday March 4th, 2004 7:37:31 PM
Old Zethen nods as each of The Chosen speaks their piece, but Kanchana who is away at the time. He looks at each again and then start to lead them to where Kanchana is at near his hut. "My dear...your friends have decided to take a test to get my help...will you be joining them?" He already knows that you most likely will but he will not assume anything till a person says their piece.
With everyone in tow, Vrurt taking care of the children as you walk, he leads you down the path that you used to get to his hut. He smiles as your confusion grows, for the path is not leading to the beach any longer. He stops in an open spot before a cave and turns slowly. "You Chosen must enter this cave a trials...the little ones and Vrurt must stay here...this is a test for you alone." He turns back to the cave and nods his head as he says a few words lightly under his breathe. "My one advice is...think carefully." He then steps to the side so that you can enter.
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New Plants 1) Dolor - good for relieving aches. 2) Atractivo - good aphrodisiac, powdered or eaten. 3) Mejor - settles your stomache. 4) Frio - good for a cold, relieves fever. 5) Maiz - edible and tastes like corn. 6) Manzana - edible and tastes like apples. 7) Azucar - edible and taste sweet like candy.
Kanchana Thursday March 4th, 2004 8:55:18 PM
Kanchana listens attentively to Zethen. "Of course I will help Zethen. I will gladly undergo this test if it will do good for the children and the others."
When they get to the cave Kanchana asks Zethen, "do you have a herbal or something that I can copy? I would hate to not be able to gain as much knowledge as I can about these wonderous plants that are here." She waits for an answer from the Centaur. "I mean if I return to here from this test, if I can learn more about these plants?" Kanchana tries really hard not to sound demanding, but she does sound really excited about the plants.
She prepares to enter the cave after the others have entered.
Brahmah Friday March 5th, 2004 4:21:04 AM
Brahmah proceeds to the cave with the rest of the Chosen. He takes his equipment, not sure what to expect. He tucks scrolls in his belt for easy access. He tightens his buckler and then he's ready to go. "Zethen, what are the rules?" "Pah'caw, stay her my feathered friend. The dark isn't good for a day hunter."
Flat-top Friday March 5th, 2004 8:43:30 AM
Flat-top follows with the others, thinking to himself 'WoW! this is one weird island?? The come to the cave, he looks inside. "Hmm! We'll need some light. Well Captain, Where do you want me? Up front? or in the back with the magic users?" Now Flat-top starts to miss his back pack, "OH! No! I forgot my back pack back at the barge??" said Flat-top with a red face.
Kenisha(ceil) Friday March 5th, 2004 8:54:31 AM
Kenisha tell her daughter to stay here and listen to Vrurt. "Dont worry my sweet, I'll be right back." She kisses Domisha on the head, send her off to play. She turns to Flat-top and hands him his back pack " I think you forgotten this some where!" then trots away with a little smile on her face.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday March 5th, 2004 8:58:51 AM
Te grand eagle sitting on Brahmah shoulder, tip her head as to what her master is saying. Then Flies off to her nest, ther she take up her post as guard the little ones.
Managram(ceil) Friday March 5th, 2004 11:04:55 AM
Managram sits besides Leets,if he moves, the dog is right there next to him. You can tell that the dog understand, by the way he holds his head up high as he walk beside him.
Toros Friday March 5th, 2004 5:05:46 PM
Toros follows Zethen and Chosen to the cave, on the way he talks and asks to others briefly about their dream.
When Zethen steps aside to let Chosen enter the cave, with curiosity Toros looks inside the cave to se whatever he can, stepping a bit forward. However before he moves further he waits anything that Zethen may say, in response to any of the Chosen's questions about what might be waiting them inside the cave. He also wonders how dangerous this test is, or is it just a puzzle solving, however hard it is.
Cave of Trials
Cave of Trials. (DM Jim) Friday March 5th, 2004 8:41:04 PM
Old Zethen smiles as the questions are asked and shrugs his shoulders. "Everytime that someone has taken the test...what they say is different." He glances to the cave and then adds. "All I can say is use your head...act wisely." He waits for them to enter as he takes a seat near the cave to talk with Vrurt as they watch the children.
The cave is dark but with a torch you can see a little ways into it. It appears to go back for at least two or three hudred feet, but there is not enough light to see even that far back. The air appears heavier the further you go inside and after going less than fifty feet you start to feel your bodies getting heavier. A sleep that you cannot seem to shake off is making your eyes droop shut. Soon all you remember is the ground rushing up to meet you and then you sleep.
Brahmah Saturday March 6th, 2004 12:30:07 AM
(Minotaurs have dark vision.)
Brahmah gathers with the rest of the Chosen at the mouth of the Cave.
As he passes into sleep, Brahmah thinks, 'Beasts, men, taurs, I've fought all, but sleep is when the nightmares come.'
Leets Saturday March 6th, 2004 5:32:45 AM
As Leets follows Brahmah in the caves, he feels his weapons growing heavier...Then it's his own whole body, and he finally moves his own legs too heavily...
"There...Is...Something...Not right here...Oh..."
Leets falls agains't the rock wall, and slides on the ground...
Kenisha(ceil) Saturday March 6th, 2004 6:44:17 AM
Kenisha follows Leets into the cave, she feel a little light headed and her eyes are getting heavier. She sees tha leets is sliding to the ground, "Look Flat-top, Leets is falling to the ground?" She herself feel as if she is sinking into the Soft ground. "This is a ma...gic sl...eep It... musssttt... be....?"
Flat-top Saturday March 6th, 2004 2:11:00 PM
Flat-top notices that Leets is leaning on the roch wall, then Kenisha is down on her hind quaters and sinking fast into sleep. Flat-top tries to hold her simi up right so she can breath. But he himself is getting sleepy, "Kanchana! Try... to stay awake... long enough... to see if... this is a tr...ap?" then falls asleep by leaning against Kenisha so that their bodies hold the pair simi up-right.
Managram(ceil) Saturday March 6th, 2004 2:12:52 PM
Managran fall asleep, right next to Leets. Z...Z...Z
Taric (by DM Jim) Sunday March 7th, 2004 12:29:02 AM
Taric follows his leader into the cave and looks around at what he can see. The further he goes into the cave the heavier his limbs feel. With a sudden realization he knows that he is being effected by a sleep spell of some kind. Yawning he tries to warn the others. "Sl..eee..pp..." He feels himself slump to his knees first as he looks to his left. Some of the others have already slipped to the ground. He tries to fight it as best he can but slumps to the ground, snoring.
[Chosen - We will be losing Taric for awhile. As things get finalized I will give you more details.]
Kanchana d20+3=17 Sunday March 7th, 2004 3:48:02 AM
Kanchana follows the rest of the Chosen into the cave. She feels the heavy numbness of sleep creep into her limbs the further she walks into the dephts of the cave. Her sleep muddled mind jolts awake briefly as Flat-top calls to her to look for any traps. Kanchana pushes herself away from the cave wall and fights to look around. She blinks frequently to keep her eyes open, and watches as each Taur suddenly slumps to the ground asleep. Not too long after she curls up and succumbs to the need to sleep. Kanchana isn't certain if she saw anything out of place before drifting off; it is all just too groggy.
(Search 17; looking for any traps)
Vasch Sunday March 7th, 2004 1:18:10 PM
Vasch follows the others into the cave, and the trial, looking and waiting for something to happen. He feels his body begin to get heavy as he fights to keep his eyes open. Before falling to the floor and the beginnings of the test, he manages to speak one word. "Typical..."
Toros Sunday March 7th, 2004 5:59:06 PM
"Hmm I think I am still sleepy after the night with that disturbing dream" Toros thinks to himself, then he recognizes that this sleepyness is more than he can explain or bear, then falls to the ground asleep.
Gecktar Monday March 8th, 2004 3:03:32 AM
Gecktar follows the Chosen in the cave. After just few steps he feels as if he hasn't slept since three days... Having more and more difficulty to progress in the cave, he gently lean on the floor. "Friends ! I need some rest... I... will ... "
The Test. (DM Jim) Monday March 8th, 2004 8:48:50 PM
The Chosen wake, at least in a dream land, and find themselves standing in three feet of grass. They look around not sure what where they are or what they are to do.
Suddenly the plain is alive with activity. A light breeze will be blowing that carries the scent of freshly cut grass and salt air. Off in the distance will be a group of thirty worgs bearing riders on their backs. They will slowly approach the group and then stop at fifteen feet from the group. There is a larger orc on the center worg that wears a large mask and headdress. He bears a shield and longspear as well that he has at a relaxed position.
It seems that for the time being, The Chosen have the first move.
Kanchana d20+2=14 Monday March 8th, 2004 10:31:28 PM
Kanchana looks around, and is momentarily confused. She sniffs the air and thinks how this reminds her of home. Until she sees the odd travelers. She doesn't like the look of the worgs one bit. Kanchana whispers to those nearest her: "Let me try to talk with the strange ones first please!"
Tentatively Kanchana steps a little closer (no more than 2 to 3 feet); and isn't brandishing any weapons.
"Well met travelers. Would you please tell me were we are?" She asks in the Common tongue. She addresses the 'leader Orc' with the fancy head-dress.
She figures that it is more prudent to talk first rather than attack. After all 'it' seems to be relaxed and not in a true position of aggression. Kanchana knows that the Chosen will be there to take care of any warfare should any arise.
Kanchana doesn't walk too close to the Orcs or the Worgs; just in case they aren't friendly. She feels very brave for trying to talk to these (to her) unknown creatures first. She waits patiently for something to happen, or for someone - anyone to speak.
(Diplomacy 14)
Brahmah Tuesday March 9th, 2004 12:59:31 AM
Brahmah knods in agreement to Kanchana. "Your the diplomat, go for it."
Gecktar Tuesday March 9th, 2004 3:27:01 AM
As Gecktar wake up, he appreciate the cool breeze in his fur. He then sees the numerous worgs coming close. Counting the potential adversaries, Gecktar mmake an assesmenet... They have no chance against thirty worgs and their masters. So when Kanchana opt for the diplomacy, Gecktar approves her. Words first, death if words are ineficients.
Leets Tuesday March 9th, 2004 3:52:10 AM
Leets scratches his head as he looks around. Taking a blade of grass at his hooves, he tastes its salted savor, scratching Managarm's ear.
"Well, I wonder where we've landed this time my dog..."
"Oh oh..."
Leets stands as the worgs are getting closer, as he feels nervous himself, he tries to calm down, and whispers to Managarm...
"It's ok my dog...Only big dogs..."
Toros d20=11 Tuesday March 9th, 2004 4:59:06 AM
Waking and standing up on the grassland Toros watches the dog riders come closer. This is a time for him to adjust himself for the new environment and watch his friends. Seeing Kanchana assumes the role to talk for the Chosen he will take action to support her diplomacy try, which will depend on the behaviour of worgs, their riders and leader.(aid roll against 10, d20 = 11). It can be a silent standing next to Kanchana or a counter reply to what the orc might say against her.
Kenchana(ceil) d20+5=15 Tuesday March 9th, 2004 9:05:47 AM
OOC: Diplomacy 15
Kenchana wakes, feeling refresh but something heavy is on her shoulder?? She look and it's Flat-top head, she look in the distance and there's strangers approching. So she knocks on Flat-top's head "Look smart, there's somebody or something comming toward us." When they stop in frount of then and Kanchana steps up to greet them, she tell the loiness loud enough for the Orcs to hear, "Ahh! Strangers approches, Kanchana your the Nices looks one in the bunch here, why don't you go and greet them." She said with a smile.
Flat-top Tuesday March 9th, 2004 9:18:59 AM
Flat-top wakes with somebody knocking on his head, "Huh? I was not asleep, just resting my eyes." Then look down to see if they were in a swamp. No! he thinks, the ground is solid and the sea air sweet. But toward the edge of the grass are the ugliest bunch of worgs he has ever seem. When he saw tha kanchana step up to greet them, flat-top whispers to her, "Go, Kitten, charm them into a smile."
Managram(ceil) d20+5=21 d20+5=13 Tuesday March 9th, 2004 9:32:52 AM
Managram yarns and streches. Then listens and spots the strangers coming towards them. He looks up to Leets, 'Dogs! Dogs! Which Ones?? The Riders? or The Carriers?'
Vasch d20+9=29 Tuesday March 9th, 2004 10:31:10 AM
Vasch wakes with the others on the great open plain. A dream? There is definitely something different.
The smell of the salt on the air cause Vasch to instinctively say "Not more water..." Water soon becomes the last thing on his mind as the worg-riding orcs bound towards him and the others.
Vasch grabs his bow, seeing the hesitation in the others as well as remembering where they are, but hesitates his hand ready to reach for an arrow. He holds.
Spot DC29
Taric (by DM Jim) Tuesday March 9th, 2004 4:13:03 PM
Taric slowly wakes and stands on shaky feet. He glances to make sure that the others are present. Taking in the salty air and letting his hands sweep the grass he sighs.
All that is banished as he notices the worgs and riders. He catches part of the conversation between the others and Brahmah. He mentally prepares himself for trouble but hopes that diplomacy will be more effective.
[It is official and Taric will be away from the group for several months. Wanted to let you all know so that you can make any changes in battle plans as needed.]
The Test. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 9th, 2004 11:12:27 PM
The lead orc in the headdress rides forward slowly as Kanchana approaches. The spear and shield never change position as it gets within ten feet of her. "You wish to parlay with me then...instead of fight?" The voice seems to be somewhat feminine from under the mask.
The rest of the orcs and worgs keep thier distance as the watch and wait. The seem to be in no hurry to start a fight but each is more than armed for it.
The leader gestures with the spear and then motions for the other orcs to stay back. "Bring your leader forward, unless you are it...tell me what it is that you seek." The orc says nothing more even if asked anything else.
Brahmah Wednesday March 10th, 2004 1:30:44 AM
Brahmah steps forward. "I'm their leader, but they call me Captain."
He ponders what to say then he answers the only way he can, "I seek what is Right, Just and Honorable. I can't answer for my friends, they have their own voices." "Where are we? We stepped into a cave then we were here."
Kanchana Wednesday March 10th, 2004 2:20:25 AM
Kanchana doesn't get a chance to answer the Orc because Brahmah steps forward to address her. Kanchana steps back a pace and waits. She smiles now since it seems like they might be able to settle this with words instead of blood.
She takes some time to study the orcs and worgs, but does not let her gaze linger for long. Kanchana does not want any of them to think that she is being rude for staring. She will now only speak when spoken to, or if the situation seems to get aggressive.
Gecktar Wednesday March 10th, 2004 2:34:34 AM
'This the first time I see an orc with the advantage of number and strength trying to negociate' does think Gecktar... There is definately something strange with this place.
Leets Wednesday March 10th, 2004 4:12:08 AM
"I'm Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, and I'm a holy servant of our Allmighty Lord Domi."
"My quest is the one of my Lord: I try to unite a splintered people thrown in an ancestral war. Once we are united, we'll be stronger to fight darkness..."
Kenisha(ceil) Wednesday March 10th, 2004 8:07:12 AM
Kenisha steps up and stands next to Kanchana, "I, also fell asleep in a cave, then awaken here. I'm looking for a safe place to keep my daughter safe. For she's a Child of Domi. Could this be such a place??"
Flat-top Wednesday March 10th, 2004 8:13:59 AM
Flat-top approches the group, and stand behind the females (Kenisha & Kanchana) in his group. "I too follow Domi's wishes, He wanted us to come here. Do you need any help??"
Managram(ceil) Wednesday March 10th, 2004 8:20:49 AM
Managram looks at Leets as the paladin speaks to thems, he quitly *Blink*, appering next to a worg leg, Managram sniffs the leg, then *Blinks* back to Leets again. "those Big Dogs are all Females." Managran would have a grin on his face, if he could that is.
Vasch d20+9=18 Wednesday March 10th, 2004 2:22:20 PM
Vasch stands ready watching the others give their answers to the question. Just that d*** centaur to help us. Vasch just says plainly, "I want this test to start and get Zethen to give us his aid. That's why I'm here."
Toros Wednesday March 10th, 2004 4:32:29 PM
"This is Toros from Wemic Islands. I do not see any apparent reason to fight with each other but talk and sort out this situation. We think we are in a part of a kind of test that Domi requires us to take, but we do not know your case, whether you have a relation with this test?" Toros replies and concludes his words in a manner more like asking question for the orc.
Taric (by DM Jim) Wednesday March 10th, 2004 9:31:55 PM
Taric steps forward and simply nods to the leader before anything else. "My name is Taric and I follow along with the rest in Domi's plan." He waits to see what else will happen.
The Test. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 10th, 2004 9:38:22 PM
The leader looks back to the orcs and worgs who suddenly vanish down to ten. With a last look at thier leader they turn and ride off into the distance.
"This is for no better term a dreamland of sorts...I know not how better to answer than that." Tilting the mask back you see the feature of a human female of maybe sixteen years. "As to your impatient to get to the test...this is it and you have passed." With a smiles that would light up a room she turns the shield that she is carrying to reveal...the hammer of Domi. "It may have seemed strange to you that so many orcs would not attack, but yet you did not take the opportunity and attack first." She smiles as she hopes the lesson becomes clear. "Sometimes it is better to talk than fight....but not always."
Stepping off the worg she set it loose to run on a ways, where it lays down and watches. "Zethen may now help you in anyway that he can." With that she hands Brahmah her shield. She turns and makes for her worg as she leaves you all standing in the grass.
Brahmah Thursday March 11th, 2004 2:48:59 AM
The young lady answers one question, leaving him with another. "Wait, what am I going to do with this? I can't take this......." He pauses. "Thank you."
Leets Thursday March 11th, 2004 3:29:32 AM
Leets crosses his arms on his chest as he watches the strange riders moving away...
"Well...That was short...At least..."
"Those orcs didn't seem than bad...I wonder why we shoudl have attacked them..."
Gecktar Thursday March 11th, 2004 3:31:57 AM
Gecktar smile and a pressure on his chest is released when the young women take off his helm. We did it... Staying in the path of Domi may be sometime simple, but the hard way in before us.
"Well Captain, we did it... Now anybody has any idea on how we can get back to Zethen ?"
Gecktar pose for a moment and appreciate this moment of peace, the wind flowing in his fur and hair, the gentle smell of salt in the air... Such little moment to replenish energy before the next battle.
Kenisha(ceil) Thursday March 11th, 2004 5:24:14 AM
Kenisha approches Kanchana with a smile on her face, taking the weinic's hand "Thank you Sister, for what you did." Then turns her head to Brahmah "And You! too, Captain! For taking your life in your hands like that. When we get back, I will tell the children and everybody that will listen, that this is the True meaning of being a Chosen of Domi."
Flat-top Thursday March 11th, 2004 5:29:14 AM
Flat-top just stands there watching everything that's going on, he tell the rest of his male companions "Hmmm! Not a bad looking Female, but she has only two legs?"
Managram(ceil) Thursday March 11th, 2004 5:32:00 AM
Managran sits beside Leets and barks once "Woof!' (meaning I told you so).
Vasch Thursday March 11th, 2004 10:45:45 AM
Vasch listens to the woman's words. "It is not impatients I suffer, but knowing that each day we delay means many taurs die." His arms drop to his side and he looks to the woman. "How is one to when not to fight when so many call us enemy?"
Toros Thursday March 11th, 2004 6:42:04 PM
"This has started to turn to a dream that you may want it not to end" thinks Toros, when he sees the turning of events in their favour. "So the test was ... what did it teach us.., hmm I should articulate more on this later" thinks to himself, feeling a bit confused on the quick development of the events, "by the way, sniff snif, where does this salt in the air come from?"...
Then Toros hears the comments of Vasch, which once more reminds him that this is not a dream, game or play but related with real.
Taric (by DM Jim) Thursday March 11th, 2004 10:24:56 PM
Taric simply inclines his head to the now apparent young woman and smiles. He looks to the rest and ponders the ease of the test.
Simple but yet not without merit, in and of itself.
The Test. (DM Jim) Thursday March 11th, 2004 10:28:37 PM
She leaves you all standing with the wind lightly bowing around you. Brahmah still holds the shield in his hands with the symbol of Domi upon it. Several questioning looks pass between the whole group as she leaves.
Much to your dismay you find yourselves back in the cave and slowly coming to. As each of you wake up you feel well rested again. A hint of sea breeze still lingers on your clothes along with the scent of grass. Clasped in Brahmah's hands still is the shield, one of the few reminders of what you just experienced.
Leets Friday March 12th, 2004 2:43:24 AM
Once he wakes up, Leets looks around him, a little bit lost, and checks if Managarm is ok. Then he considers Brahmah's shield...
"Hm...Maybe I was wrong at the Heathold Keep...It looks like the time of the Shield is not over...Some will still need our protection, and I'm only talking of the children..."
"But for the others, let's let the Hammer talk!"
Gecktar Friday March 12th, 2004 3:20:02 AM
As he wakes up, Gecktar feels a powerful energy running in his blood. Fully rested and his eyes light by a fire of resolution.
"You're right Leets, this is now time for hammers to talk and armor of our enemies to bend under the strength of our devotion to Domi."
Managram(ceil) Friday March 12th, 2004 8:41:50 AM
Managram starts to wake slowly, get's up on all four paws, streeeetches, Them look around "Where did the girls go?"
Kenisha(ceil) Friday March 12th, 2004 8:50:07 AM
Kenisha wake with a start, Rises to her hooves and there in her hand is a hand full if that grass. She'll wake Kanchana. "The test is over, now I think that the old Zethen will help us. But was the dream real?? Look what I have in my hand, Some of the grass. Do you want to examend it?"
Flat-top Friday March 12th, 2004 8:59:54 AM
As soon as Kenisha moves, Flat-top wakes. "What! Where are we? Oh! Yes back at the cave." He then gets on his hooves, and will walk besides Leets and Managram. "Now where do we go? Back to Hearthold Keep? Or go after the Chaos Evil?"
Vasch Friday March 12th, 2004 10:31:15 AM
Vasch starts to stir. He slowly rises from the cave floor and seeing the others waking as well Vasch starts towards the cave enterance.
With Flat-tops question Vasch just says, "We find what aid Zethen is going to give us." And continues out of the cave.
Kanchana d20+10=20 d20+10=11 Friday March 12th, 2004 8:27:13 PM
Kanchana wakes up and takes a look at the the grass Kenisha is holding.
(Herbalism 20, Knowledge Nature 11, Nature Sense)
Toros Friday March 12th, 2004 9:45:28 PM
Toros wakes up with a great freshness, which saves him from the troubles of last night's dream. However it does not help that much him in feeling a pain in his head remaining from his "falling asleep on the ground in the cave".
Brahmah Friday March 12th, 2004 10:44:02 PM
Brahmah stands up, holding the shield, hearing what Leets has said. Then he shakes his head, "Maybe we should have stayed at the Keep and fought off the taurs."
He thinks a moment then a grin spreads on his face. "Maybe the hunted should become the hunters!" It's obvious that Brahmah is referring to Vargas and the Dark Ones hunting the Chosen. "I'd like a change of pace for once, I'm tired of running."
Brahmah (Addendum) Friday March 12th, 2004 10:49:12 PM
Brahmah ties the shield to his pack.
(OOC: Is it large or medium sized?)
(Are there any other symbols on the shield other than the Symbol of Domi? Is it the Hammer of Domi, the Shield of Domi or the Hand of Domi? I know there are something like four seperate symbols of the our Father.)
Taric (by DM Jim) Saturday March 13th, 2004 7:50:41 PM
Taric slowly wakes and looks around from where he lays on the cave floor. He closes his eyes for a few to take in the last of the smells from his dream.
Slowly standing he finds that unlike the rest he is unsure of his next move. He had witnessed something else in the dream too that he could not totally accept, but knew that he had no choice.
He follows the others out of the cave, heart heavy with what he must do.
The Test and Help. (DM Jim) Saturday March 13th, 2004 7:57:23 PM
As the group exits the cave, Old Zethen is standing waiting for you. He is smiling as he looks to the small shield that is strapped to Brahmah's back. "So she gave you the shield...no earned the shield." He turns slowly to regard Taric and nods once to him. Then he turns and heads back up the path that you had taken to get here. "We have little time...I can now help you."
The children bounce around as they start the trek back, trying to relate a tale that was told to them. The path leads them back to Old Zethen's house where he stops on the porch and smiles openly. "Please do not touch anything in my house without permission...some of it is very dangerous." With that he leads you inside and to a large table on the floor. With a sweep of his hand he gestures for you all to sit. He takes his own seat at the table and waits for the rest of you to sit as well.
*The grass that Kenisha brought back is just normal grass, but well taken care of...very real grass.*
Kanchana Monday March 15th, 2004 12:06:10 AM
Kanchana announces to Kenisha that the grass was just normal healthy grass; nothing special about it.
Kanchana mulls over the "dream" as she walks, talking seemed to be the key yet it still seems that bloodshead will be the way. She finds this to be a very depressing thought, and wonders if she really should have a place in all of this. After all her way of wishing things handled has no place among those who wish to fight. Kanchana's countenance is dark and troubled.
When she enters Zethen's hut she looks around but does not touch anything. Kanchana quietly takes a seat at the table. She promptly shoves her troubled thoughts to the back of her mind. Kanchana waits for Zethen to begin talking.
Gecktar Monday March 15th, 2004 3:04:02 AM
Gecktar follows Zethzn command, and take to not touch anything he is not allwed. Then as Zethen invites them he take place around the table.
Brahmah, Shield Bearer Monday March 15th, 2004 5:54:06 AM
Brahmah sits, careful not to touch anything, though a few pieces are facinating. Was that a sextant and compass on his shelves behind those books?! A map? Strange tomes. (Hee hee. I'm taking creative liberties ;))
He ponders the shield on his lap, which was the only thing he brought in with him. Quietly, before Zethen speaks, Brahmah leans over and asks Taric, "You suppose this thing is enchanted?!" He stares at it suspiciously.
Something has been bugging Brahmah since he met Zethen, was he, somehow, familiar? Was he ever on minotaur isle several decades ago? (Was Zethen ever a pirate or sailor or mercenary? He ever kill minotaurs?)
(The shield is small sized?? Or small for a taur? Remember, size modifiers make a difference now. :) Are there any other symbols on the shield other than the Symbol of Domi? Is it the Hammer of Domi, the Shield of Domi or the Hand of Domi? I know there are something like four seperate symbols of the our Father.)
Kenisha(ceil) Monday March 15th, 2004 7:05:36 AM
"Oh! It's just plain grass? That's funny because I pick this grass in my dreams and now I'm, holding it in my hands. There's more to that dream and I cannot put my finger on it??"Kenisha tell Kanchana. She exits the cave and hugs her daughter (Domisha came running when she saw her mother)"Now little one, we go with Master Zethen's House, AND you must not touch anything in his home. Because he is a great Wizard, his things are some times dangerous for little hands, UNDER STAND! Now come along"
Domisha pouts a little, kicks a lose stone, then answers "Yes, Mama." Then follows her mother into the house. She smiles alittle because she is going to a grown up meeting.
Flat-top Monday March 15th, 2004 7:17:38 AM
Flat-top will follow the girls out of the cave, He take a last smell of the sea breeze that faintly lingers there. When outside of the cave he will go to Zethen's house and sit between Kenisha and Vrurt, he leans toward Kenisha "You hold Domisha hands and I'll hold Melanin's hands and hope for the best." Flat-top will turn his attention to Zethen.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=30 Monday March 15th, 2004 7:21:40 AM
Paw'caw spots her master(spot 30) and flies to him as fast as she can. She will not be push away from his shoulder, she will stay there untill the meeting is over.
Managram(ceil) Monday March 15th, 2004 7:27:59 AM
Managram will follow Leets every where he goes, because he kind of like those blinking female dogs. So he is close on Leets hooves, he might just come across some more dogs. Looking up at Leets he seem to ask 'Where are we going now, To see more girls??'
Vasch Monday March 15th, 2004 11:25:42 AM
Vasch follows Zethen to his home. He looks at the shield. I don't understand how a shield's gonna help, but Tomi if that's your will...
The Search. (DM Jim) Monday March 15th, 2004 11:49:36 PM
Zethen glances to each of The Chosen gathered around the table and then to the two children. He motions Vrurt to take a seat at the table as well as he child is involved. She does while looking around to the rest with a curious gaze.
Looking back to the empty table he smiles and then speaks. "Brahmah, Captain of The Chosen...please lay the white shield in the center of the table." He waits to see that his wishes are met before he moves to position it just right, the point of the shield facing north. "Take that jug near you there Vasch and pour it into the shield, but do not slop any on the table." He smiles again as he points to the jug and nods. "Yes, the one filled with water."
He gently closes his eyes and prepares himself for the task ahead. His visions are usually taxing on his body, but the effects on his spirit is worse. "What you see in the air above the shield is only an illusion of sorts...answers to the questions that I ask." He nods to Taric who is taking every word in and nods in understanding. "Do not speak or make any moves till the image is fully formed or it maybe lost for good." He relaxes more into the cushion he is seated on. "Now will be the last time for questions for some time...please ask them now."
[Zethen was never really a pirate, but he did serve aboard a ship for some time as a ships wizard. He does fit the description of a taur in an old legend...a fight that dates back a long ways...when Gargul was still evil.]
[The shield is human size, so small for a taur. The top is curved with straight sides to taper into a point. It is also slightly bowed in the center making it able to hold water or other liquids. The symbol on the face of the shield is that of a hammer, but if you pay close attention...Domi's other symbols are mixed into the hammer pattern.]
Brahmah Tuesday March 16th, 2004 12:53:22 AM
It's funny to watch the minotaur motionless, his eyes the only thing moving. His eyes dart to the children scurrying about and back to Kenisha and Vrurt. "Psst!" His eyes get wide at the child playing with Flat-tops tail.
He ponders over a question to ask.
Leets Tuesday March 16th, 2004 3:38:24 AM
Leets tries to calm Managarm on their way to Zethen's house...
"I know...I know my dog, but they were no play mate for you...Too big...Maybe on the continent we'll find other dogs..."
Once inside, Leets is impressed by Zethen's life reflected by all the items decorating the house...To his eyes, it's almost like reading a legends book...
When everybody takes place around the table, the Centaur paladin quietly listens the old Centaur's words...
...however, his own words burn his tongue as he must remain silent...
Flat-top Tuesday March 16th, 2004 11:54:43 AM
Flat-top sits very quiet, But the girls are board and restless. So Flat-top will take the hand of little Melanin, then he sits her on his forlocks(horses knees), then he puts a finger to his lips and whispers to the both girls 'Shhh!", then Flat-top points to the the steam like cloud that rises, Flat-top whispers into Melanin's ear,'pictures'
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Tuesday March 16th, 2004 12:03:09 PM
Kenisha, who takes her cue from Brahmah. Takes Domisha the elbow, then points to the old wizard,"Watch! Him, he's going to make some magic. Don't speak just look." then holds her daughter very close.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday March 16th, 2004 12:07:12 PM
Paw'caw stays put on brahmah's shoulder, the only time she moves is when her master moves to put the shield on the table. After that things is very dull so she tucks her head under her wing and falls asleep.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday March 16th, 2004 12:11:37 PM
Managram follows his master, lestining to his every word, *Oh! Boy! Playmates for me?? Oh! Boy!* he thinks as he keep pace with his master.
Vasch Tuesday March 16th, 2004 12:33:04 PM
Vasch looks next to him and sees the jar. He picks it up and moves to Brahmah carefully as not to spill the liquid. "Captain." He says as Brahmah places the shield on the table. Slowly he pours the liquid over the shield as Zethen had instructed. When it's done he has a what next look on his face.
Toros Tuesday March 16th, 2004 4:56:21 PM
Toros quietly but carefully follows what is happening. In Zethen's house in fact it is a great temptation for him to have a look all these interesting things around but he manages to keep control on himself.
Kanchana Tuesday March 16th, 2004 5:11:47 PM
Whatever questions Kanchana might have thought about asking were forgotten the minute Zethen stated that they could ask questions. So she is content to just sit and watch the ritual.
The Search. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 16th, 2004 10:59:25 PM
Seeing that the shield has been filled with water and noone has any questions at this time he shakes his head. Turning his concentration to the shield before him he begins a light chant that is only barely audible. The chant goes on for some ten minutes before you notice that the water in the shield is slowly turning into steam. Not only that but the shield is slowly disappearing as well.
Zethen reaches out and passes his hands through the vapor from the shield and water, as he ends the chants. He sits in a deep trance and his blind eyes slowly move from side to side. With a last pass of his hands through the vapor he lays his hands on the table.
The vapor slowly forms itself into a picture of a city, but it stays clouded at the edges. Then the picture jumps to a single street that appears to have some people of nobility walking it. Lastly it jumps to the picture of an orphanage with a old woman standing before it. She is tending to several kids outside of the building, one that has scraped up his knee. She appears to have a gentle motherly touch as she cares for him. The image starts to slowly pull back out till it gets back to a view of the city itself, then the image is blown away like so much smoke.
Zethen shakes his head as he slowly comes around. He is shaking and seems to be drained from the vision seeking that he has just done. Wobbling unsteadily he grabs the table and motions for something to drink.
Brahmah Wednesday March 17th, 2004 1:00:12 AM
Shocked at the speed in which the whole thing happens, Brahmah speaks up but it may be too late.
"What of this Vargus, who is he? Why does he want us? And the children?"
Leets Wednesday March 17th, 2004 3:13:50 AM
Leets tries to memorize as much details about the cities as he can while the image is still there...Maybe a detail, the name of an inn, or a specific monument...
When he realize the image is disappearing, he also understands it's perhaps too late...
"Oh! Where can we find our ennemy, where?!?"
Gecktar Wednesday March 17th, 2004 3:55:25 AM
Gecktar tries to memorize as much details as he can. "This place is the place where the children will be safe I think. This was our first purpose when coming here and the vision may be the clue to our search."
"Does anybody recognize this city ?"
(OOC : Is it a Human city or a Taur City as Gecktar can remember ?)
Flat-top Wednesday March 17th, 2004 12:17:33 PM
Flat-top watches trying to see if there are any known places, at last he reconnise no thing familure. "Gecktar, All the children that the lady was taking care of was human, it must be a human city. How can we hide Taur children in a human city?"
Kenisha(ceil) Wednesday March 17th, 2004 12:32:49 PM
Kenisha wonders what kind of spell Old Zethen is using? She is lost in the mist, then in the Vapers picture. "Yes! Flat-top all the people I have seen in this picture are human. The people in that well to do street, But I'm impress with the old woman tending to the scraped knee of the boy, even if it is a Orphanage?? But to hid the taurs children?? Would they not stand out like a sore hoof??" She ask.
Paw'aw(ceil) Wednesday March 17th, 2004 12:37:00 PM
Paw'caw sits on the back of Brahmah's chair fast asleep.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday March 17th, 2004 12:40:18 PM
Managram is also fast asleep, But this dog snores 'zzz slober zzz Snort zzz'.
Taric (by DM Jim) Wednesday March 17th, 2004 11:11:37 PM
Taric watches intently as the vision unfolds before him. He ponders what it it that he is seeing but is at a loss. This place is unfamiliar to him as he figures it is to the rest of the group.
When it is over he slowly stands to get out the kinks that he developed from setting for so long.
The Answers. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 17th, 2004 11:20:21 PM
Zethen drinks down the water and listens to the outcries around him. He slowly waves his hand for them to simmer down. "What you saw was a safe place to take the children...not a look at your enemies." He glances to each of you with his sightless eyes and you get the feeling that he is measureing each of you again. "That which you saw is the perfect place to hide the kids...it is known as the Floating City and it's whereabouts are unknown to anyone.......even my sight is blocked from it." He leans back into a cushion seeming even more drawn that he already was. "I would not have thought to look there, after all to many Floating City is a myth...a legend." He smiles again as he takes another sip of the water that he holds.
With a slight nod of his head he leans into the cushion and smiles. "You make ask that which you think most important after that vision..." He seems to sense something and smiles again as he nods once. "You will also need to spend the night here again...I must check some of my books for answers to the newest problem......how to find Floating City." He waits patiently as anyone that wants to ask a question can. After maybe an hour of questions he will drift off to sleep exhausted by the days ordeals.
As you filter outside you notice that is is nearing late evening and the sun is low in the sky.
Kanchana Thursday March 18th, 2004 12:42:45 AM
Kanchana finds something to drink for Zethen, and then sits next to him until he seems more stabil again. "Are you going to be alright Zethen??" Kanchana asks him; feeling a bit worried for his well-being.
Brahmah Thursday March 18th, 2004 2:17:10 AM
Brahmah stands and massages his neck with one hand to release the kinks. "Seers, visionaries and prophets, I could never understand why people would go many miles to see and hear one... until now. I believe Zethen is true in his vision. I heard about the Floating City, here and there, on docks and ships when I was serving with the humans. I thought it might have been stories told to boast... I guess they could have been true."
He looks with concern to the old centaur, then at Kanchana briefly, with some sadness in his eyes.
He then goes to Taric. "You seem sort of withdrawn friend."
He then nudges his eagle friend awake.
Vasch Thursday March 18th, 2004 8:22:20 AM A floating city...
Vasch looks around and listens to the conversation of the others. A place unknown to the rest of the world, hidden. A slight smile begins to crack the Vasch's sullen visage. Once the children are safe the hunted can go on the hunt...and even Tomi himself... The smile gets larger as his eyes peer off to an unknown time and place.
The hunters come for you...
Flat-top Thursday March 18th, 2004 9:26:39 AM
Flat-top sits back in his seat, then pick up Melanin in his arms, then trots outside to take the child to bed. Vrurt takes her child from Flat-top, then put her inside their stall and she goes to beddown.
Flat-top leaves them to go to sleep. He see Brahmah and Tauric talking together, so Flat-top approches them "I think we went there before, Yes! it was before the malinum, when Domi was dead. There was a call to this island and it was way up into the clouds. There was a city there, we went up an elevater, to a plateau where there was a few members of Golden Dragons who had invited us. Here my memory fades, I don't remember how we got there and how we left there. But it was so beautiful."
Flat-top look around, comming out the hut is Kenisha and little sleepy Domisha, "Kenisha come here for a minute, Please." Flat-top whispers to his pals "I have to watch my language in frount of the little one, or I catch it from the mothers."
When Kenisha met with the guys Flat-top ask her if she remembers about the ride up to the plateau."
Kenisha(ceil) Thursday March 18th, 2004 9:43:52 AM
Kenisha wakes her daughter up "Come now! let's go to our stall and go to sleep, it's getting late. "Yes, Mommy." answers Domisha in a very sleepy voice. But on the way to their stall, Flat-top call them.
Flat-top ask her if she remembers about the ride up to a plateau, Long time ago? "Yes!" she said, "I was so sick that my Mate had to hold on to me all the way up. I also remember meeting the Golden Dragons. But I don't remember how we got there or How we got off? Magic I think? Maybe Leets remember more?"
The Both Mother and Child are off to bed.
Paw'caw Thursday March 18th, 2004 9:48:15 AM
"EEEeeeK!" cries the Golden Eagle, wake then see the night is falling, she look at Brahmah to see if hes alright. Then flies of to her nest for the night.
Managram(ceil) Thursday March 18th, 2004 9:58:24 AM
Managran was sleeping next to his master untill Leets get up and trots out the hut. when out side Managram takes off into the trees and bushes (to do his duty). Come out ofthe bushes, smelling all the trees making sure that there was no enernies around.
Then he come back to Leets side.
Leets Thursday March 18th, 2004 12:05:34 PM
The Centaur paladin welcomes Managarm as he comes back...
When asked about the Floating City, he scratches his forehead...
"Oh...I remember little more...Those times weree troubled, it was the war..."
"But I think it was a Gold Dragon who came for us and brought us in this aerian place...No place for a Centaur, for sure..."
"Well, Zethen, although I don't know much a bout Floating City, I was used to study scriptures, and maybe I can help you with the books tonight, if you allow me of course..."
Toros Thursday March 18th, 2004 6:12:56 PM
It was all too fast for Toros to comprehend at one time, however the words of "Floating City" has remained in his mind. 'So, children will be safe there, but what is it special with that place that noone can know about it except that it is a legend.' He thinks. He feels a bit worried, sensing that odd feeling, as if he has no control over the development of events.
<<Friends, I will be away almost the whole next week and am also busily preparing for that time at the moment. Thus please bear this time with me. Meanwhile Toros will be with you, in your guidance.>>
Taric (by DM Jim) Thursday March 18th, 2004 10:39:28 PM
Taric looks to Brahmah and sighs loudly. With a pained look he lays a hand on Brahmah's shoulder. "I saw something else in that cave that I must address..." He looks to the rest of The Chosen as they file out then back to Brahmah. "But to do so I must stay here with Zethen...I have some things that I must face." His eyes plead with Brahmah to understand without asking a lot of questions, but he expects some and feels that he owes them to the man that he has followed all this time.
The Questions...The Answers. (DM Jim) Thursday March 18th, 2004 10:44:36 PM
Zethen looks to The Chosen and smiles openly to them as he shakes his head. "I am fine...just a little tired." He is glad to hear that others have heard of Floating City as well. He watches as each files out of the house and nods in understanding as they need time to think and rest.
He accepts Leets offer to help out in searching through his books if he is really interested. He takes the time to pull Taric to the side and talk to him as well. It would appear that something unforseen is going on and later confirmed by Taric to Brahmah. He will also slip a few pieces of parchment into Kanchana's hands that detail the herbs that I named off before with all kinds of little details.
[Int check will do to look through the books.]
Kanchana Friday March 19th, 2004 12:22:11 AM
Kanchana takes the parchments and skims through them. With a huge smile she thanks Zethen and then puts the parchments into her haversack so she can write the details into her herbal later.
Kanchana leaves the hut and informs the others that she will be off "communing with the plants" for the evening. She then heads out into the jungle to spend the night.
Brahmah Friday March 19th, 2004 3:34:02 AM
Brahmah looks at Taric and pat the taur on the shoulder. "I understand, I can't think of a better taur to look after the Children and girls." He smiles. "Your welcome back with the Chosen any time."
"We're off to the Floating City."
Gecktar d20+1=18 Friday March 19th, 2004 6:05:29 AM
Gecktar has a strange feeling when the name of "Floating City" appears in conversation. A name of myth and legends...
When Taric announce his choice to stay by the side of Zethen for a while, Gecktar come close to him : "My friend, your choice is made and you have to follow your heart. I wish you good luck in your quest and hope to see you soon among the Chosen."
"And now to the other Chosen : what information do we have on this miraculous city ?" he then helps Zethen and Leets if they accept.
Roll 18 on INT check to help
Flat-top d20+3=22 Friday March 19th, 2004 8:35:08 AM
Flat-top shakes Tauric hand, "You have not been the same since we left the cave, What ever it is that you have to do or find out, I know Domi will help you with the problem. You'll be a better Chosen for it. Good Luck my Friend, if at all posible, come back to us."
Flat-top tries to Consentrat(22) on where or how they once got to this City in the sky. "I'm trying to remember, But like Leets said they needed help because of the war. Maybe if I sleep on it, I'll remember more."
Kenisha(Ceil) Friday March 19th, 2004 9:02:59 AM
After putting Domisha to bed and she falls asleep. Kenisha waves good night to Kanchana, returns to the meeting of the Chosen. In turn Kenisha steps up to Taric, kissing him on his bovine cheek, "I know what ever you have to know or do. You have to do it, and there's no one better to stay with the babies than you. Keep them safe until we come back for them. But I must see for myself if this place is as safe as old Zethen showed us."
Kenisha then turns to Gecktar telling him, "It was a hard times, I remember very little But I did get sick and did look over the side. We were over water, don't know if it was salt or fresh. but we then were ingulf in a fog. I was never so glade to get off on the plateau. That's all I remember maybe if we sleep on it Domi would give us a hint as to where we could Find this City??"
Leets d20+1=12 Friday March 19th, 2004 1:34:21 PM
Leets spends much of the time on the pages of dusty books, but only finds allegoric scriptures about a pilgrimage to the Floating City...(Int check 12)
He finally goes for some sleep when dawn comes, and rests for two our three hours...
When he wakes up, he feeds Managarm, and will seek for news by Zethen or Gecktar's side...
Brahmah Friday March 19th, 2004 4:40:42 PM
Brahmah's slow wits catch up to him, finally. "Oh, the children are coming with us, huh? Well, you can watch after the old man then." He grins stupidly as if to say, 'I meant to do that.'
OOC: The shield, did Zethen keep it?
A Search. (DM Jim) Saturday March 20th, 2004 11:06:10 PM
Many hours are spent inside Zethen's home searching trough tome after tome. While the rest of The Chosen get some rest outside, besides those that help Zethen, Zethen spends his time searching for the meagerest of scraps.
The next morning around eight in the morning Zethen and the rest of those searching have found little of interest. Zethen shakes his head as he comes out of his house to meet The Chosen. "I am afraid that I have found little but legend and lore on Floating City." Seeing depressed looks start to appear on thier faces he waves it off. You will notice that Taric is gone and not present as well. "I do have one bit of hope for you...I have a friend much older than myself that is a wealth of knowledge." He ponders for a minute and then a smile appears on his face. "You will need something to peek his interest thought...the children's fates may just do that but you should plan with something else." With a turn he starts to get things ready for tea and a little breakfast. "Ohh...my friend is a gold dragon of exceptional age...watch yourselves around him." Zethen offers the group to stay for breakfast and then if they feel like leaving, he will see them to the island.
[The shield melted away with the water during the vision search. That was also the last you will see of Taric for a time.]
Kanchana Sunday March 21st, 2004 7:54:10 PM
Kanchana returns from her night in the forest just before breakfast. She greets anyone who is up. Listening to what Zethen has said about lacking information on the Floating city she frowns and pours herself a cup of tea. "Can we be certain that this city exists? It could just be a dream... an illusion." Kanchana looks around at the others, "Where is Taric? Has he slept in for once?"
Kanchana doesn't exhibit any noticable reaction to Zethen mentioning a dragon. In fact she looks almost bored. She has never seen or met a dragon before, so she isn't really concerned. Her parents never told her stories about dragons... they told scary tales about Hellhounds instead.
She takes a few bits and pieces to eat for breakfast and wonders why Zethen would be so cruel as to send them to someone who they have to be careful around. Kanchana thinks about all of the enemies they have come across and shivers slightly. "Why not just send us the those mercenaries instead? I am certain that they would love to talk to us!" Kanchana says in an unmistakably dry tone. Though she cannot deny that she would love to speak with Commander Miroband again, she has a high opinion of him reguardless of what the others think of him.
Flat- top Sunday March 21st, 2004 9:05:14 PM
Flat-top rises early in the morning, takes his daily run around the Island. Paw'caw drops a fish in trount of Flat-top hoves, He knows that the fish is for the children, "Hmm! a nice big juicy one." Flat-top will bring the fish back for breakfast.
"Brahmah, Look what your bird got the Children today, Boy! I wish I could fish like that bird does." Flat-top gives the fish to who ever is doing the cooking. then takes a cup of tea from Kanchana, "Thank-you Kitten!"
Kenisha(ceil) Sunday March 21st, 2004 9:21:56 PM
"Good morning Taurs, I didnot get any dreams last night. Domi did not send any message I'm afraid."said Kenisha as she washes Domisha's face. "Look what Paw'caw brought you two today a big Sea Bass." Kenisha will take a cup of tea from Kanchana, "Thank you for the tea, Dear, as for Tauric, He left to take care of some buisness of some kind. I hope he comes back soon. I know I'll miss him."
Gecktar Monday March 22nd, 2004 3:33:04 AM
Gecktar had worked late in the night to try to find something about the Floating City, with no result. Having slept just few hours he seems tired and take a breakfast with pleasure. When Zethen talks about a Golden Dragon, Gecktar has a strange feeling, a mix of fear and curiosity with a pinch of joy... Meeting with such a legend !!!
Brahmah Monday March 22nd, 2004 7:45:54 AM
"A Gold Dragon of great age... I bet it's not one the hero Gold Dragons then." Speculates the Captain.
On Gossamer Wings
Back to the Boat. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 12:10:02 AM
Zethen lets The Chosen eat a good hearty breakfast and then slowly stands. "You must be anxious to get on your way." With that he leads you to the path that leads from his house.
Leading you down the path that leads back to the beach he stays close to Brahmah and gives him a few last minute details. "My friend is what some call a wyrm...a very nasty name for one of his stature so do not use it." He glances to the path and then back up as he goes. "Remember your manners and try to bring him some kind of a present...something that is unusual would be best to keep his curiosity peeked." He laughs lightly as he makes his way to the beach where the barge is already waiting.
The little faerie from earlier is standing on the barge and gives the group a sweeping bow. "Told you I would see you again." He waves to Zethen who nods to him in return and then he backs off to allow you all aboard. Once everyone is on he will start the barge towards The GossamerWing.
Once to the ship you are greeted by Captain Lira who hails you. "Welcome back Chosen...I was starting to worry as you have been gone two weeks." She waits for you all to get aboard and then make your own arangements before she will ask about your next course of action.
Kanchana Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 12:47:00 AM
Kanchana leaves the island with great reluctance, feeling that she hadn't seen or studied half of the unusual plants that were there. Before gingerly stepping on to the barge she turns to Zethen and tells him, "Take good care of Taric. We would like him to return to us when he is ready." Kanchana steps onto the barge and sits down in the center looking pale and worried again. She mutters to herself about the distresses of yet another sea voyage.
Brahmah Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 12:50:55 AM
"Zethen, where can we find your friend again?"
He is happy to be back on ship. "Ah, sea air." He looks at Lira. "Two weeks?! Didn't seem that long."
He gets quickly back to the room below deck so that the Chosen may talk about their experiences.
Brahmah (Additional) Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 12:52:29 AM
Feeling owkward, he gives a hug to Taric. "Take care of Zethen. That's an order." He smiles gently.
Gecktar d20+4=20 d20+2=12 Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 2:54:34 AM
Gecktar already think about their next meeting... "Thank you old Zethen for your help. You've made the good choice... I think. We need all those of pure heart to fight the Evil. I just hope the consequences will be not nasty for you." He then greets Zethen and says "Also, take care of Taric... We need him to come back among us."
On these words, he take place on the barge... 'We must find something of interest for a gold dragon... What kind of thing may interest a gold dragon ?' does he think to himself.
When boarding the boat... "Nice to see you too Captain Lira... But I think you make a mistake, it was two days I think... He then realize that they may have been on another reality. "huh... No... Maybe you're right Captain... You said two weeks ?"
Knowledge (arcana) : 20 Knowledge (the plane) : 12
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 8:37:56 AM
Kenisha trots with the others to the beach, she then kisses Tauric on the cheek "Good Luck and come back to us soon." Then turns to board the barge, but Domisha is not there "Domisha It's Time To Go!" Kenisha look toward the beach and there Domisha is talking to Old Zethen, he knod at her, she then waves bye bye and runs to her mother.
Domisha jumps into the barge, "Look mommy at what I'm going to give hims friend." the children each holds a Dragon Lily.
Flat-top Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 8:51:30 AM
Flat-top follows the others to the beach, he says his fairwells then he puts his saddles bags into the barge. Then off to the ship.
"Hello again! What this two weeks you say? Gee! I must have over slept? I'll see you later then." Flat-top goes to their quaters and storea his equipment, "I'm ready for the meeting!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 9:02:40 AM
Paw'caw finishes her fish, then stand guard at the edge of the nest. There is a russel in the foliage and there is her master going onto a barge. Well He's Not Leaving Without ME!" She flies high into the sky, then dives onto his shoulder. The she look into his eyes(as if to say)'Im here??'
Managram(ceil) Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 9:11:01 AM
Managram eats what ever left of the breakfast scraps, then plays with the children until it is time to go. Managram runs to Leets barking "Woof Woof" all the way to the barge. Then he stands at the bow, barking "Boww wow!" (to another adventure.)
Leets Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 12:33:33 PM
Leets remains thoughtful after the night spent over books...He wonders which adventures wait for the Chosen in the clouds...and which dangers.
When time for leaving comes, he gathers his few things( not forgetting Managarm's big bone...), and will join the group on the shore...
"Thank you for your help wise Zethen...The more I think of it, the more I believe Domi is revealing our allies on our quest. You for sure are a great one. I hope we'll see you again before this war is over."
Once aboard, he whispers...
"I hope it will be ok for Taric...I regret we couldn't talk more before. Later...Perhaps..."
Brahmah Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 8:50:34 PM
Brahmah looks at Leets. "We might be able to magically communicate with Leets later, and Zethen."
"Taric is in good hands. I think he needs the time off." The Captain smiles.
The Passage. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 23rd, 2004 10:11:44 PM
With some sad farewells and tearful goodbyes, the group sets sail once again with the crew of the GossamerWing. Having set themselves back up in Captain Lira's warroom the start to discuss the dragon that they go to see.
Vrurt comes forward and lays a parchment on the table, with a shy look. "Zethen gave this to me to give tto the group...I think it is the map showing the location of his friend's lair." Indeed upon rolling out the map the spot is located along with the location of Dwarf Island, or it's possible location.
With a start Captain Lira glances to the map and then bursts out laughing. "That is really near Plateau City or at least the coastal part of it." With a nod she moves off to the side to speak to Yondana and give her orders. With a smile and a nod Yondana heads to the deck to give instructions for where they sail next.
Captain Lira, more to herself than anyone speaks up about dragons. "Fickle creatures dragons...they have a penchant for flashy things, good drink and from what I have heard a good rousing tale or poem." With a glance to the group she realizes that she is talking out loud, but just shrugs. "Some of them even like a good game." Looking at the state of The Chosen she shakes her head and laughs. "If I was you I would go for a poem...some epic battle or appeal to the dragons vanity." With that she takes to deck, so that you can talk it over amongst yourselves.
Lira can be found on the deck near the wheel if anyone needs to inquire about dragons from her. Having been sailing most of her life she has seen much and maken several good contacts.
[Question: Did the last map I sent out have Rythiniags Lair on it or not? If it did let me know and go by it...if not let me know and I will send out a new one for your references.]
Kanchana Wednesday March 24th, 2004 12:13:03 AM
Kanchana will look at the map later. She listens to Captain Lira's suggestion about what to give a dragon. "That settles that. I cannot be of any assistance in this dragon dilemma. I have nothing; and know of nothing, that a dragon would want, and I cannot write poetry."
Kanchana moves away from the table and into a darker corner. "Is there someone else or another place we could go to instead? Practically anything else is easier than appealing to some quirky dragon." She rubs her temples and is now beginning to feel stressed. Kanchana wonders where they will make landfall next, and begins to think about that instead if dragons for awhile.
Brahmah Wednesday March 24th, 2004 1:28:40 AM
OOC: I did indeed recieve that Lair Map, I kept it in my archives 'cus I assumed it would come up sometime. ;)
IC: Brahmah glances at the map and nods in response to Lira's comment on Plateau City. "Seems 'bout right." After Lira leaves, Brahmah talks. "Kanchana, don't you go off brooding or I'll sing to you, I DO owe you one!" He winks at the upset taur. "Besides, I've seen the carvings you do. They're good." "Geez, I have no real talent other than tattooing... combat." The minotaur gets a look on his face, a cross between whimsy and humor. "I could...challenge the dragon to a first blood combat...but it might take that to mean I'm OFFERING it a minotaur snack!" He snickers.
OOC: I think tattooing the beast is a creative and unique way of handling the situation, though the Dragon may not think so. ;)
Gecktar Wednesday March 24th, 2004 2:56:23 AM
'Writing a poem... This is not were I'm the best...' does think Gecktar.
"I don't think a fight to the first blood is a good idea, as if he is very powerful he could take this as an insult to his power that a taur could damage him before..."
"If there is some talent for poem in the chosen this could be an idea. I was also thinking to a riddle contest. We gather some riddles and the dragon certainly has some... The first who do not answer loose the game. This will give our guest some entertainment. What do you think about that ?"
OOC : Yes tatooing the dragon is a great idea !! lol... but you should have diamond tools to bypass the hardness of scales ! ;)
Flat-top d20=15 Wednesday March 24th, 2004 7:34:40 AM
Flat-top with a look of suprise on his face, turn to watch Captain Lira exit the cabin, then askes Brahmah "Did SHE say the she know where the floating City is??" To the others he goes on, "These are very good ideas, Captain Brahmah you could tatoo a dragon on my chest in honner of this Golden Dragon, I wanted a tatoo to ward off evil ever since you got one. Poem are nice, But Riddles are better for Dragons, even if we have to let him win..." Then to Kanchana he tell her, "Kitten, the Captain is right. You do whittle the most beautiful things. I'm sure you could impress the Dragon better tham we can."
OOC: Role 15 ror Cha. and yes I did get your map and like Jay, I put it away for when we needed.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Wednesday March 24th, 2004 7:57:13 AM
Kenisha was putting Domisha to bed, when she to heard what Captain Lira said, with a suprise look on her face, "Your right Flat-top, She did say that she knew about the Floating City. But we still need the help of the Gold Dragon. What did the Captain Lira named him?? Fickles? Yes all metal dragons are good dragons! I hope," Than with a chill going up her springs (from her tail all the way up to the base of her head.)her daughter say. Domisha utters (half asleep) "Freckles! Freckles the Dragon, just like my flower." Then the child drop off to sleep.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday March 24th, 2004 8:08:23 AM
Managram follow his master closely because he saw the big bone being pack away for him. *Boy! Oh! Boy! were off for more bones*.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday March 24th, 2004 8:14:36 AM
Once on board the ship Paw'caw flies to the Crow nest, there she keep watch for danger. But these little fishes gets her attention, they keep jumping out of the water and flies ovet the water for many feets before the enter the water again. *I wonder if those fish are tasty??* as she stares at them.
Vasch Wednesday March 24th, 2004 8:49:25 AM
Vasch still not comfortable on the water, spends most of his time in quarters.
"I am not familiar with the story myself, but would perhaps an epic tale from the Year of Ascension. Surely the dragon must find that interesting."
Leets Wednesday March 24th, 2004 12:32:28 PM
"Well...From what captain Lyra said, dragons don't look that different from Centaurs...Maybe he would appreciate some of the wine I have in my backpack, those are two very good bottles from the Surefoot Vineyard...We could also tell him how we earned them, with the one-eyed-horned-and-violet-monster..."
"More seriously...I don't think I could write poetry...Maybe epic tales about Domi, but not more..."
Seeking a Dragon. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 24th, 2004 8:08:18 PM
The voyage continues and the group continue to discuss the idea of how to please the dragon. They have come up with some really good ideas that they think might work, but they are still unsure. Everything is peacefull for the group, though some get a little bit of seasickness.
It is the third day of sailing that the ship runs into a very bad storm. Lightning splits the sky and the visability comes down to almost nothing. The sea is choppy and the rocking of the boat gets worse by the second. Up on deck, Captain Lira has her hands full trying to keep her ship from being flipped.
Several hours into the storm and one sailor has been lost already to the sea, never to return. The storm continues on with it's fury against all on the open sea.
Gecktar Thursday March 25th, 2004 2:55:22 AM
Before the storm begins Gecktar says to Kanchana : "Yes I think you can give something to a good dragon. You have green hands as we say in our country a beautiful flower arrangement may please him. I was just thinking about that but I'm sure there may be more... We need all talents in these times..."
Gecktar is not a mariner... During the storm he is cloistered in his cabin trying to keep his last meal in his stomac.
Brahmah Thursday March 25th, 2004 8:41:35 AM
Having been a couple of years since Brahmah dealt with a major storm, he stays below deck to calm the children and bail water if need be.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Thursday March 25th, 2004 1:22:41 PM
Kenisha is tossed so much that she stays in the bedof straw, trying to hold her food down and onto her daughter,
But Domisha and Melanin think the storm is a wild ride on the watery waves,"Weeee! Weeee!" they yell as they are tossed about (giving Brahmah a hard time, when he's truing not to hurt themselves bumping into the walls and door and bunks...ect...ect..."
Flat-top Thursday March 25th, 2004 1:30:01 PM
When Flat-top heard that Captain Lyra lost one of her hands to the rough sea. Flat-top put on a belt,the takes some straps up un deck. He will help and do any job that is needed. (the straps are for safty, he strap himself to some thing so he won't fall into the sea.)
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday March 25th, 2004 1:35:36 PM
Paw'caw was tosh so hard that she fell out of the nest on a one of the hands below. She was water soak and half alive when the deck hand brought he to Brahmah.
Managram(ceil) Thursday March 25th, 2004 1:37:58 PM
Managram was no fool he went in to hiding and stay under the blankets until this Devil Storm is over.
Leets Thursday March 25th, 2004 3:16:06 PM
Managarm is not Leets' celestial companion for nothing...The centaur paladin lacks the experimented steady foot of Flat-Top to work on the deck with such a weather.
He prefers the (almost) dry depth of the boat, praying for advices from Domi about the children and the war about to happen...
Kanchana Thursday March 25th, 2004 3:29:08 PM
Kanchana looks decidely sick as the storm wears on, and lays on her bed. Kanchana has pressed herself as flat as she can and is very glad that she hasn't eaten anything in awhile. Gone are any thoughts about carving or gifts to dragons. If she didn't feel so sick she would be praying to the Gods that they make it out of this storm alive and in one piece. She tires to keep her eyes closed as much as possible since the children bounding around make her feel worried.
Storm of the Century. (DM Jim) Thursday March 25th, 2004 11:52:08 PM
Eight days and eight nights the ship is rocked back and forth by the storm. Flat-top brings out harnessing to keep more sailors from falling off. The ship makes little headway in the storm and you all start to wonder about this sea voyage.
The morning of the ninth day finds the ship a little off course, but the storm has stopped. Those Chosen that feel like it will be able to attend the funerals for those sailors lost in the storm. Captain Lira stands on the deck looking out at the sea, her sailors gathered before her. "Those that are no longer among us this day are now at rest in the mothers arms. They have been given to the sea that they loved so much." There is a large charred spot on the bow of the deck, where lightning struck one of the sailors killing her instantly. "Lets give a few minutes of silence to remember our fallen sisters." The pirates all bow there heads and silent prayers go out for them from all. After fifteen minutes the sailors all go back to their jobs, a little subdued.
The Chosen are once again able to go back to their plans. Captain Lira has let them know that they will make it to their destination in three days time.
Gecktar Friday March 26th, 2004 3:12:40 AM
Gecktar his happy to see the sun again. But the loss of several mariners saddened him. He sends prayers to Domi and prepare an office to his god if some mariners are willing to have one.
Brahmah Friday March 26th, 2004 4:31:14 AM
After losing the second or third sailor to the storm, Brahmah jumps in without hesitation to fill, as best he can, the position needed. He knows how devastating it is to lose even ONE hand to a storm, let alone several. He says a few brief words at teh service.
"I was a sailor for several years and I have never gotten used to losing friends to the sea or to anything else. I feel for you and the families of the girls lost here this week. Domi willing, they have gone in the style they lived.... 'May the sea rise up to meet you, the wind be always at your backs and may Domi keep you in the palm of his hand, until we meet again.' Brahmah goes off to the cabin after the service to reflect on the sailors the Gossamer lost and how much he knew each of them.
(OOC: Was Yondana lost in the storm? What race is she again?)
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Friday March 26th, 2004 8:55:58 AM
Kenisha stand there with her head bowed, shedding a few tears, she is also feeling a little guilty that those who died, did so for the Unitaurs, that was no natural storm in her oppinion. But very proud of their Clerics who added a ray of light to the Captain Lira heavy heart.
Domisha not quite understanding the cerimony fully, she only understands that there is fewer sailors on deck. She goes to where the charred spot on the Bow, with her prechious flower in her hands. She utters one word "Goodbye" and then throws the flower that she wanted to give the gold dragon, into the sea. She will run back to her mother.
Flat-top Friday March 26th, 2004 9:22:13 AM
Flat-top only wish that he had more Harnessing strap sooner, But stands there on silence. But when he saw little Domisha toss that flower into the sea, his chest swelled up three times it's size.
Paw'paw(ceil) Friday March 26th, 2004 9:25:51 AM
just sits at the edge of the chair, still guarding her master. She thinks that Brahmah better let her out pretty soon or the pile in back of his chair will start to smell.
Managram(ceil) Friday March 26th, 2004 9:31:26 AM
Managram don't want to go on deck, but his master is going up there so he'll might as we go too. Then he's being followed by the rest of the party, so he scampers up the stairs and out into the sunsine. The dog look at Leets with eyes that says 'One clap of thunder and I'm going down stairs to hide.'
Vasch Friday March 26th, 2004 11:00:08 AM
Vasch unties himself from some barrels in the hold when the storm breaks. His side is raw and blistered from the ropes he used. He bind them the best he can, but the salty air stings him at every touch.
Gargul I see that I am not welcome back...just yet.
Standing on the deck as the Captain says some words for the fallen, Vasch looks out over the open seas. Tomi...Gargul guide these fallen to the lands of their forefathers. May the death give them that which they could not find in life.
Kanchana Friday March 26th, 2004 12:45:55 PM
Kanchana does not attend the service, but asks someone to convey her condolences. She still looks extremely sick and hasn't eaten anything since the storm began. Kanchana barely managed to even drink much water during the storm. The harrowing trials of the awful storm have left their mark; for the mean time, on the weary she-Wemic. Kanchana knows that she will not willingly board another boat or ship for a very long time after this.
Leets Friday March 26th, 2004 1:44:40 PM
Leets is terribly sadened by the deadly events that occured on the deck during the storm. He can't help but feeling guilty about those who died during this journey...
"We often forget it" does he say during the ceremony "but not everybody will die on the battlefield during this war. There are those who will die in the shadow too, permorming some obscure task to help those who will be on the front line..."
"You sailors, Lira, were brave, and belong to this kind of people. Be sure that they now are in Domi's light, for they added their own stone to the fortress of faith our Lord is building for the holy war..."
To See a Dragon. (DM Jim) Friday March 26th, 2004 11:11:34 PM
Captain Lira smiles at each of The Chosen as they give their condolances for her lost ladies. "I do hope that Kanchana starts to feel better soon." Captain Lira is especially touched by the act of the little girl of Kenisha's, Domisha. She takes the time to sweep her into her arms later and thank her personally, even sneaking her a small bag of sweets. She sends Yondana down with some special herbs that will settle her stomach and bring vigor to her body.
The next three days go fine with no real problems and Lira reassures the group that the storm was normal. She had weathered many storms before on the high seas and can tell the difference.
"Land ahead!" That is the cry heard from the crows nest from two different voices. Sailors move to the railing to see the shoreline coming into view. Whispers go up around the ship as to the location that they are at, many are crossing themselves against possible danger from the dragon. Everyone knows that dragons can be very fickle things.
Captain Lira marches forward and starts to give orders. "Yondana, get The Chosen from my warroom and let them know we are here." Glancing to the rest of her crew she breaks into a smile. "Set up two of the longboats for them to take to shore." She then waits for the group to show up on deck or motion those that are already there to her. "My ladies will not make the trip with you this time...you will need to row the boats yourselves." With that she glances to the land and shakes her head. "Zethen sends people to funny sources of information...I will keep the boat here for as long as it takes."
[Yondana is still alive as you can see. She is also a minotaur.]
Flat-top Saturday March 27th, 2004 8:28:40 AM
Flat-top turns to Brahmah, "Well Captain! since we are both sailors and the only ones who know how to row a boat. Which one do I take? The left one? Or The one with the girls??"
Kanchana Sunday March 28th, 2004 3:27:26 AM
Kanchana makes ready to leave. Once that is finished she goes above deck and looks over the edge of the ship. She notices the impossibly small longboats and backs towards the mainmast. Kanchana sits down there and refuses to budge. If anyone does ask what she is doing she will reply that 'she will not be getting into one of those tiny deathtraps. Travelling on this larger ship was bad enough'. To her credit Kanchana manages not to shake with the fear that she feels inside. It will not be easy to persuade or force Kanchana into one of the longboats after what she experienced during the storm.
Kenisha and Domisha(Ceil) Monday March 29th, 2004 6:21:02 AM
Domisha follows her mother and cannot wait to get into the boat, But when Kanchana refuses to get into that boat, she goes to the lioness putting her little arm around "Auntie! please come with us, I'm afraide to go alone with just mommy holding my hand, Please!" she tell Kanchana, with those Big Puppy Eye looking up at her.
Kenisha look down at the small boat, then tell Kanchana (Who's not far from her)"I don't blame you for not wanting to go. that look like a small boat for the size of us." When Kenisha is ready to get into the boat, she call to Domisha,"Come Dear! Time to go see the dragon."
Pak'caw(ceil) Monday March 29th, 2004 6:28:41 AM
Paw'caw watches the going on, the sailers running around the deck, the Taurs are in two groups waiting to go down. She will wait to see what boat her master is in before she moves. then she will fly direcly to the land ahead.
Managram(ceil) Monday March 29th, 2004 6:31:52 AM
Managran sticks around Leets, he is not about to leave His master side, he evens nosels his master's hand as if trying to say 'Don't forget me??'
Brahmah Monday March 29th, 2004 8:25:09 AM
"Oh man, row boats. I used to do the rowing for the humans I worked with, it brings back bad memories." He thinks a moment. "Flat-top, you can take the girls. I'll row the others."
Leets Monday March 29th, 2004 11:52:48 AM
Leets smiles as Managarms shows his presence. He scratches his dog's side, and takes some dried meat from his backpack...
"You also know we're arriving my dog, right...You too, will see the dragon...Another four-legged one on our way, I guess..."
Je offers the dried meat to the dog, and pours some water in a bowl.
"Oh! I also miss dry land! As soon as we can, we'll have a long hunting party, and we'll bring back some game...Just a matter of time..."
To The Island. (DM Jim) Monday March 29th, 2004 10:04:49 PM
Kanchana is still seated by the mast, refusing to move onto any of the longboats. It appears that some persuading will be in order or someone is going to have to carry her.
Little Melamin comes over from her mother and takes Kanchana's hand. "Yous can hold my hand...Is protect you." Her little cherub face smiles at Kanchana as she stays by her side till she moves or someone does something.
Captain Lira cannot help but hide her smile at the reaction of the young woman. She has seen many times the power of the sea and storms get to sailor. It is even harder on those that are not use to it.
Vasch Monday March 29th, 2004 11:28:26 PM
Vasch finds a place in the longboat and settles in. "I'll take one of the oars. It'll keep my mind off the water." I hate the water.
Brahmah Tuesday March 30th, 2004 1:22:56 AM
Brahmah waits in the boat as it is loaded. "Come on. Let's go."
Leets Tuesday March 30th, 2004 2:27:14 AM
"It looks like it's time to go Managarm..."
Leets takes place on one of the longboat, and will help to move it if needed, although he's no specialist...
"At least my dog you swim far better than I..."
Flat-top d20=14 Tuesday March 30th, 2004 8:33:10 AM
Flat-top goes to Melanin, "Come Sweet-heart! It's time for you to go into the boat with your mother, Auntie Kanchana will be with you in a minute." He take her to her mother and he makes sure that they are safely in the boat.
Flat-top comes back to Kanchana, talking to her, trying to perswade her to come along with them "Now! You know that we cannot do with out you. We need you, now come along, it's time to go."
*If Kanchana follows peacefuly, Flat-top will make sure she does not fall into the water and is safely in the boat.
**BUT if Kanchana still refuses and will not come along. Flat-top will pick her up tie her paws together (He's no fool, that the most dangerous weapon on her body.)Putting her body and paws around his neck. She may hit him with her hands But she will be going with the rest of the party.
Flat-top will row to the Island.
OOC Flat-top roles for Cha.
Kenisha and Domisha(Ceil) Tuesday March 30th, 2004 8:48:08 AM
Kenisha takes Domisha to the edge of the ship, she reminds the child, "Now! I'll go first then you come down almost in frount of me and we'll be in the little white boat in no time at all. then Mama Vrurt and Melanin will be down next to you in no time at all."
Kenisha does just as she said the they both sit on the frount of the boat, but Domisha sits on the Bow and dangles her frount hooves.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday March 30th, 2004 8:57:29 AM
Paw'caw who is up in the crows nest, look over the side of the perch, she spots Brahmah rowing toward the land. "Caaaw! Screeeck!" Up she goes into the skies, circle once then heads for the land.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday March 30th, 2004 9:10:29 AM
Managram listens to Leets, 'Oh! boy were going to meet another dog. He runs down the hatch and into the Captain's Quaters and under the bed where his bone is, the bone is much smaller now, But still it's stil his bone and it's comming along. The dog runs up stairs, sitting next to Leets and wait their turn to get into the boat. When into the boat, Managran barks "Woof! Woof!" the dog seem to say 'Row Faster! Row Faster!'
Vasch Tuesday March 30th, 2004 11:15:34 AM Oh,please let her be in another boat...oh, please... The thoughts run throught Vasch's mind upon seeing Kanchana's trembling. I don't want to get wet...I hate water.
"Let's get going." He says. "We can get to shore and check things out. So no rush to get her in the longboat." Vasch pauses to see if his idea is getting any response. "That sound good?"
Kanchana d20+10=14 d20+3=22 Tuesday March 30th, 2004 4:44:45 PM
Kanchana looks down at the two little Taurs before they go to join their mothers. She doesn't say anything and tries to smile a little bit.
She looks directly at Flat-top as he tries to persuade her to go into the longboats. Her gaze does not waver and fear is evident in her eyes. "It's all about trust isn't it?" she whispers. Searching deep within herself she finds just enough resolve to trust that Flat-top will see her safe to shore. Steeling herself she says, "I will come with you, though I do not trust those small boats. I trust you. I trust the others." Kanchana moves stiffly and hesitantly into one of the longboats. She moves very carefully though, so as not to upset the balance of the boat. During the entire trip to shore she will sit absolutely still and stare straight ahead; her gaze fixed on the shore.
(Will check 14, Balance 22)
Brahmah d20+2=3 Tuesday March 30th, 2004 7:53:10 PM
As the Captain sits in the boat, he tries to stifle a laugh as he watches Kanchana deal with the water and tiny boats. He suddenly burst into roaring laughter (failing a Will save, natural 1). Through his dark fur, you see him turn red and then a deep purple, holding his side in pain. (OOC:ROFL)
To Land and an Itch. (DM Jim) Tuesday March 30th, 2004 11:16:27 PM
Kanchana is finally persuaded to get into the small boat and she instantly turns into a statue. The little boats start moving towards the shore, while the little ones kick their feet in the water.
Suddenly Flat-top forms a nasty itch on each shoulder, that just will not quit. It slowly intensifies to the point of being an uncontrollable nuisance. This goes on for what seems like hours but is actually only seven minutes. Finally it stops and he notices a tattoo on each of his shoulders.
The boat finally makes it to shore, where Flat-top and Brahmah make short work of pulling them further onto the beach. You see a couple of signal flares sent up on The GossmerWing to signal they see you have made it ashore safely.
[Had to fight my connection for seven hours to get it to stay connected long enough for this post. Hope you have fun Ceil with your new tattoos. Jay, you did get the email on your cut for the tattoos??]
Gecktar Wednesday March 31st, 2004 2:25:52 AM
Gecktar will help rowing if necessary. When reaching the shore he first step out the long boat to pull it on the dry sand so the other can get out without having their feet wet.
When done, he helps every one to get their bags or backpack and at last prepare himself for the next confrontation.
Flat-top Wednesday March 31st, 2004 6:55:32 AM
Flat-top row to shore with very little trouble, except that his shoulders are itching. When they reach shore, he tells the childern "Wait untill I pull the boat up on the beach!" Just after the last word was out of Flat-top's mouth, both children jumps off the bow and plays in the surf. Flat-top jump out of the boat picks up the tie line and drags the boat up beyond the high tide line. Then he will help the mothers out of the boat. "Those girls just woun't listen!" He then approches Kanchana, speaking very softly "See Kitten, I told you that I would take care of you, know do you have anything for these rashes on my shoulders?? They itch!! Look! Kids! flairs from the ship."
Brahmah Wednesday March 31st, 2004 6:59:28 AM
OOC: Yes DM Jim, I got my cut for the Commissions.
IC: As they get within 15ft of the shore, Brahmah jumps out of the boat with the tow line and pulls the boat onto the beach so no one else would need to get wet. He follows Flat-top. "Should we hide the boats? What do you think Chosen?"
Kenchana and Domisha(ceil) Wednesday March 31st, 2004 7:10:56 AM
Kenchana smiles at Flat-top, "Yes, I willl talk to Domisha." Mommy calls to to Domisha "Dear! You must pay more attention to what the grown up tells you, you might have jump into a mess of jelly fish or little fishes with big teeth. Then what would happen? I'd be very sad. Now do you understand?"
Domisha with her head bowed, "Yes! Mother! But we only wanted to help pull the boat too." Then she points to the sky. "OH! Look! Mommie day time fire stars??"
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday March 31st, 2004 7:18:04 AM
Paw'caw is startle when the the flars go off, she'll fly direcly to Brahmah's shoulder for protection.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday March 31st, 2004 7:27:46 AM
Managram rides along at the bow loveing every minute of the ride. When the boat hit's shore, the dog will pick up his bone and jump into the water. Managram wades onto the shore. then goes up to a tree. There he will dig a hole and bury his prize bone there so no other dogs will take it. With his prize hidden, he will go back to Leets. Looking up to his master wit a look in the dogs eyes 'Let's see that big dog of yours.'
Leets Wednesday March 31st, 2004 9:09:57 AM
The centaur paladin lands on the shore as soon as possible. He takes a handful of sand on the ground, and let it flow between his fingers...
"Yes my dog, you're right..." he says to Managarm "I wonder where we should go now..."
"Kanchana? Any idea? Usually you're quite good with this kind of savage area, like the swamp..."
Vasch d20+9=26 d20+7=21 Wednesday March 31st, 2004 11:48:44 AM
Glad to be on land again, Vasch takes a good survey of the landing area. [Spot DC26; Survival DC21]
"Those are interesting looking rashes you have there Flat-top." He says noticing the tatoos. Not knowing what they really are he says "Hope there not dangerous or contagous."
"Well if there's just a dragon here I don't think there's any need to hide the longboats. But if there are other things as well it might be a good idea."
Either way the only way off this place is back on the water again...
Kanchana Wednesday March 31st, 2004 5:34:09 PM
Kanchana scrambles off of the boat as soon as she gets a chance. She casts a withering glance at Brahmah for laughing at her. Kanchana is just making the most out of her hurt pride and doesn't mean anything serious with the glance she directed at Brahmah. Then with great, overacted dignity she snatches up a couple common weeds and tears at them a little before beginning to rub the plant juices onto Flat-top's shoulders. The effect should be almost immediate relief from the itching. "Have you requisitioned some sort of magical thing Flat-top? This isn't a rash, or an ordinary itch. They look like symbols. I might even say that they are some varient of skin-art."
Kanchana looks at the beach sand and looks thoughtful. "Well Leets, I am not going to be very usful while we deal with this barren sand. Give me something that lives and grows, and I will see what I can do." Then she shrugs, "oh, and of course I know nothing of dragons; so I have no idea where one would like to live..."
To Find a Dragon. (DM Jim) Wednesday March 31st, 2004 9:22:21 PM
Brahmah remembers that there was something on the back of the map that showed the location of the dragon's lair. He just never turned it over more concerned with the location and then the storm tore everyone's mind from much of anything...but keep lunch down.
Kanchana is right about the marks on Flat-top's shoulders and if he can get a good look himself he will be able to notice that for himself. The itching has actually stopped before the group gets to shore, but the ointment is most soothing still and leave his shoulders cool.
About twenty feet up the beach from the ocean the line turns into a great stretch of rocky land. It is slightly sloped up and starts to grow into small hills and then a full fledged mountain. A few conifer trees dot the area with some scrubs of grass. It would take something hearty to grow in this rocky climate.
Flat-Top Thursday April 1st, 2004 8:32:00 AM
Flat-top tries to look at his shoulders, but cannot. He must find still waters to see the tattoos, right now all he sees is a couple of blurs. to Kanchana he tall her, "why Yes I went to the catacumbs ask about some a tattoo when I found out that for the money that I had I could get two of then. I kind of like the one that Brahmah has, so I got one for the party Magic Circle against Evil and one for me Cure light Wounds." Now Flat-top puff up his chest and ask every body "How do they Look?"
To answer Brahmah's question, "You know from all I heard about Dragons, they like solatude, gems for their bed and a deep dark cave for a home. Ofcours this is all from sailers talk. So maybe if we look for a little trail up around that mountain?? that's a start."
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Thursday April 1st, 2004 8:46:14 AM
Kenisha takes a look at Flat-top's tattoos and how big his chest is in flated, she knows that she must do something before Flat-top explodes. "Oh! how beautiful they look. did you faint when you got them??" Off she goes running after Domisha. "what's that in you mouth, young lady. Spit that out!"
Domisha pouts answering, "Oh! Mother it's only a mint leaf."
Brahmah Thursday April 1st, 2004 8:47:03 AM
Brahmah looks at Flat-top. "Yah, I heard that about dragons myself."
"As for your tattoos, they're great! I do plan on drawing more on me later."
"Hey Kenisha, maybe you should get a tattoo for Domisha or yourself?" He grins stupidly. "It might be cute on a wee-one. I could do it for her, make sure it wouldn't hurt!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday April 1st, 2004 8:53:36 AM
Paw'caw sit on her master's shoulder waiting for a command, But if eagles could snicker you could hear a very small Squeecks comming from the bird as she looks the other way.
Managram(ceil) Thursday April 1st, 2004 9:30:32 AM
Managram just sits there for a few munutes, then he get board, But Look the girls are having fun, so he goes to play with the girls, until Leets needs him.
Vasch Thursday April 1st, 2004 9:48:36 AM
"I'm with Kanchana. I know nothing about dragons other than they're big and very dangerous." He says.
Vasch unties his equipment and pulls his bow. "Let's get started." He waits to take up his position.
Leets Thursday April 1st, 2004 11:04:45 AM
Leets takes his backpack on his shoulder and check his weapons.
"I agree with Vasch...I know little about dragons, but I'm pretty sure they don't like to have strangers on their land...Let's be cautious..."
Leets is glad to see Managarm with the children, since the dog could defend them against savage beasts.
Gecktar Thursday April 1st, 2004 2:28:50 PM
When Gecktar is sure that the boats are firmly attached. He even not imagine getting back to the ship swimming...
He put his backpack in place, take his hammer in his hand.
"Don't know much on dragons... But they are sufficiently huge to swallow a minotaur, so I thing I will be careful"
Kanchana d20+14=28 d20+10=17 d20+10=17 Thursday April 1st, 2004 5:41:22 PM
Kanchana looks at the land ahead of the Chosen and reminds herself that this is yet a chance to study the diversity of Nature. She pushes all concerns about dragons to the back of her mind. That will be a concern to deal with later.
Kanchana moves quickly off of the beach and on towards the rocky, bleak hillside. Immediately she tries to attune herself to the land, taking her time to do so. Then she starts to examine the the grasses, plants, trees, moss and lichen of the area. She takes notes of any findings she makes. Also if she determines that things are safe to taste then she will pick small pieces of any plants that she does not immediately know and taste them as well as studying the plant characteristics.
((I rolled only a single roll for the whole biome; let me know if I need to roll for each plant grouping I mentioned please.))
Toros Thursday April 1st, 2004 8:41:26 PM
<<Hellooo everyone, I am back again, I hope I did not miss too much. I was in Taiwan for work and fun, watching also the result of "the bullets on the ballots", did I write right?!! :-). Please forgive my lateness I am still trying to catch up with everything, first thing I notice are the new tattoos of Ceil, I think they look cool indeed.>>
To See a Dragon. (DM Jim) Thursday April 1st, 2004 11:08:08 PM
The group moves up to the rocky area of the beach. The others mill around to let Kanchana have a look around and see what she can attain for them. Brahmah once again see the back of the map in his mind for some reason, unconscious thought maybe, that seemed to have directions. Some of the others will remember this as well.
Kanchana finds that most of the plants that grow in this area are not new to her, but ones she already knows. Most are what a farmer would call weeds, the only thing that surprises her are the pinecones that litter the ground. Most of them have a bluish hue to them that is not common.
Moving along a little further in you notice a rather large boulder, some eight feet high and maybe as wide. What really draws your attention is the scorch blastedness of the boulder. The surrounding area is also scorched for some twenty feet.
Brahmah d20+8=14 d20+5=21 Friday April 2nd, 2004 4:51:51 AM
(Knowledge Geography 14, Survival 21 general roll, Survival 23 to avoid getting lost.)
Brahmah takes hold of the map and begins to remember his guide/tracking skills which have gone to waste in the Islands. "The lair is this way, I'm pretty sure." He starts walking.
(OOC: I realize there were a couple of days on the ship or with Zethen, so Brahmah will reprepare a spell. His only spell is Detect Snares and Pits.)
Flat-top d20+7=14 d20+4=21 d20+6=24 d20+3=11 Friday April 2nd, 2004 7:21:25 AM
Flat-top stay close to the mothers and the little ones, listening for trouble, searching for anything out of the way "Look Captain, the ground here it's look like its scorck??" Flat-top is also hoping to spot anything out of the way and lastly he is depending heavely on his wilderness lore. But he presses on.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) d20+2=10 d20+3=22 d20+4=16 Friday April 2nd, 2004 8:02:38 AM
Kenisha show her daughter how to be sure footed, "Make sure you place your hoof real flat on any thing along the path, so you don't get hurt. Are you listening to Me?"
OOC:Listening - 10 Scarch - 22 Spot - 16
Domisha look as if she listening but her mind is else where "Yes, Mother." as she looking at the pretty butterfly fling by.
00c:Listening - 0 Srarch - 0 Spots - 0
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=33 Friday April 2nd, 2004 8:09:25 AM
Paw'caw flies high in the sky, making her lazy eights paterns, Watchin for any kind of danger,
Spot - 33
Managram(ceil) d20+5=22 Friday April 2nd, 2004 8:17:30 AM
Managran venturs not too far from Leets(just in case he's needed) But he goes from tree to tree, to rocks, to Bolders, thinking 'nobody was here, Not here either, Where is this big dog??'
Kanchana d20+10=28 d20+10=22 Friday April 2nd, 2004 3:41:14 PM
Kanchana takes a good look at the pine cones and collects several of them (10 or so) in her bag for future scrutiny. She also takes a good look at any nearby pines that might have connections to the unusual pine cones. Once she has studied the trees and pine cones to her satisfaction Kanchana will walk over to the scorched area and sigh at the extent of the damage wreaked upon the land.
Vasch d20+9=25 d20+7=8 Saturday April 3rd, 2004 9:11:53 AM
Vasch moves with the other taking note of the scorched area. "Anybody have fire protection?"
[Spot DC25, Survival DC8]
Dragon Woes and Dragon Toes. (DM Jim) Saturday April 3rd, 2004 11:01:53 PM
The boulder is blackened to a great degree, but under all that soot you see marks. Cleaning it off reveal what could only be long claw marks running from one end to the other. Kanchana finds several of the conifers that produce these cones, the bark is shot through with blue and red in strange lines. Even the needles are this way.
Brahmah looks back to the map and the riddle becomes a little clearer. "Follow the dragon's mark to the dragon's maw." The rest of the group keeps their eyes open for anything out of the ordinary.
In the distance is a sign of glistening blue that is close to the ground and it would appear to be in the direction that you are going. There also appears to be another great boulder up there as well.
Brahmah Sunday April 4th, 2004 3:56:49 AM
Brahmah continues on the path, following the signs and map.
"Chosen, I've been thinking..." He stops and avoids stating what he wants to say.
(What type of dragon were the Chosen searching for again?)
Flat-top Sunday April 4th, 2004 2:43:12 PM
Flat-top who is up frount with the males, Ask Brahmah, "what? Captain have you found the Glod Dragon's cave, these mountain look as if they are part of a whole Mountain Range. Please tell me you have a good idea as to where this cave is!"
Kanchana Sunday April 4th, 2004 8:12:34 PM
Kanchana collects a little bark and some pine needles. She traces the red and blue lines in the bark with her fingertips and wonders why the pine trees have this coloration. Returning to the others she looks up the slope. "Is that where we are going next?"
Leets Monday April 5th, 2004 2:28:04 AM
The Centaur paladin let a finger run agaisn't the rock, and takes some soot between his fingers.
"A big one...It looks like it is, at least..."
Leets reamins thoughtful for a couple of seconds, and ask:
"Euh...Well...Kanchana, maybe it's a stupid question, but all those blue tree, blue pine cones...I hope it doesn't mean it's a blue dragon?!?"
Toros d20=12 d20=16 Monday April 5th, 2004 3:51:28 AM
It will be a very first time to meet a real dragon for Toros, and the sensation this brings is worth-experiencing. He will keep his eyes and ears (spot 12+3 15, listen 16+4 20) open during their move towards dragon's lair.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Monday April 5th, 2004 9:01:01 AM
Domisha is troting along her mother, asking questions all the way, "Mommy! How Big is the Dragon? How old is the dragon? Does He like children? Can a dragon smile? Is it far to his home? Are we there yet?"
Kenisha tries to answer most of her question, "I don't know my dear, I have never met a dragon, they live in caves some where around here. Now we must keep up with Uncle Brahmah and the other males of the party so we can be safe. Don't bother Aunt Kanchana, she is busy tring to find safe trails for you and Melanin. Now come and keep up, don't chase butter flies!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Monday April 5th, 2004 9:07:22 AM
Paw'caw still flying high in the sky, looking for danger.
Managram(ceil) Monday April 5th, 2004 9:10:27 AM
Mannagram sniffs here and there, when he comes accross a burnt pine cone. Managram sniff it, then wondders "Who is smoking pine cones??"
Vasch d20+9=15 d20+9=20 Monday April 5th, 2004 3:52:54 PM
Vasch continues to follow in position. His bow is readied as he watches for danger.
[Spot DC15, Survival DC20]
And the Day Goes On. (DM Jim) Monday April 5th, 2004 11:31:55 PM
You trudge on for a fair distance when you come to the boulder you saw in the distance earlier. It is also scorched all around it but little blue flowers have started to grow around it, little bluebells. A quick wipe of the boulder reveals the same claw marks as earlier.
Looking back the way you came, you are surprised at the distance that you have traveled. You are well into the mountains so far, but have seen no signs of life. A lot furthre than this boulder in the distance is yet another one or what would appear to be another one, from this distance it is too small. From the general pattern and the way it is all alone you would guess another marker.
[It was a gold dragon that you seek. If everyone agrees I will give the clw seal to Leets. My judgment comes from him taking a front row position.]
Brahmah continues on with the trudge and hopes to maintain a good and level path, for the babies and the ladies. "It's going to start getting chilly soon. See the snow line, just there? *He points it out* We might have to traverse snows."
"It's a gold dragon."
[What are we talking about with Leets and front row somthing??? I'm suddenly confused.]
Leets Tuesday April 6th, 2004 5:17:18 AM
The Centaur paladin gets a look at the snow line way, and pulls something from his backpack. It's in fact a whool blanket. He tears it into two pieces, and offers one part to each children.
"Take this...It looks like it's going to be really chilly soon - and it's no time to get a cold: it would be too bad to be sick in front of a great golden dragon, isn't it?"
Leets smiles, and tightens his own shirt against his shoulders...
"Well...Let's go..."
(OOC: I don't get either the clw seal thing...When did we get this?!?)
Flat-top Tuesday April 6th, 2004 7:12:27 AM
Flat-top is getting a little chilly and seeing that Leets has given the little ones half a blanket(witch fits then perfectly). "Brrrr! it's getting colder!" Flat-top goes into his saddle bags and takes out Kular's Cape and put it on. "Ahh! That's better, Now Kenisha and You too Vruht, if the children start to fall back too much, that means that they are too tired and cold. You will put those children on my back and I'll carry them the rest of the way." Flat-top will fall back a little to make sure that every body will be safe.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Tuesday April 6th, 2004 7:21:39 AM
Kenisha takes the blanket from Leets, "Bless you Leets. Now! Domisha, say thank-you to Uncle Leets!" as she puts the blanket on Domisha.
Domisha stand still as her mother ajustes the blanket, She look up to Leets "Thank-you Uncle Leets. Are we there yet??"
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday April 6th, 2004 7:26:18 AM
Paw'caw desends from the sky and lands on Brahmah 's shoulder. With a sad look in her eyes 'No game, No Food around!'
Managram(ceil) Tuesday April 6th, 2004 7:34:01 AM
Managram looks at Leets giving a piece of blanket to Domisha, then the other piece of blanket to Melanin. The dog goes the each child and sniff at them up and down. He sits at Leet's side giving him a look as if to say 'Now! How am I going to tell you three apart??'
Vasch d20+9=17 d20+9=17 d20+5=21 Tuesday April 6th, 2004 4:18:09 PM
As the temperature starts to fall, Vasch pulls his cloak over one shoulder, but not enough to hinder his bow.
Follow this, follow that...find a dragon...feels like walk up to and into the mouth of the beast...
[Spot DC17, Survival DC17, Listen DC21] [OOC: That's fine with me as far as giving Leet's a seal.]
Hurdles and Warmth. (DM Jim) Tuesday April 6th, 2004 9:38:07 PM
The group continues to trudge on to the next boulder, hoping to see some sign that they are on the right track. It has gotten a little colder as you move on and you find yourselves shivering a little. That is soon solved for some of the group as blankets are pulled out, cloaks are pulled closer or other warm clothing is gotten.
It is evident to see that the little ones are growing bored and a little tired. Yawns come every few seconds and it is obvious, though still not too late, they will not go too much further without help. Vrurt soon has her daughter wrapped up in the piece of blanket tightly and strapped on her back. She seems rather well in her own way wearing a heavy cloak.
Reaching the next boulder reveals more of the same from the previous two, but upon peeking around the backside of the rock you find what could be called a dragons head. The mountainside in this area with a little bit of imagination sort of looks like a dragons open maw, ready to devour anything.
[I was told that Jerry has allowed Al to award each group a seal for good posting. It was my responsibility to give it to someone. I chose Leets as a front line fighter to have the seal, unless you think it should go to someone else. I have been told that the seal is removable so that Leets could give it to someone else if he wants.]
[The seal has appeared on Leets's left cheek.]
Kanchana Tuesday April 6th, 2004 11:58:04 PM
((OOC: Sorry for missing the last post. I have been experiencing technical difficulties with this darn computer.))
Kanchana takes out her cloak and wraps it about herself. She too is getting bored with all this trudging around. She walks around the newest boulder; not even bothering to look at it this time. "That warning down there isn't very uplifting. I hope this "dragon" is worth all this..." Kanchana says unenthusiastically. Kanchana's tail swishes back and forth as she looks at the dragon's maw ahead of them. She slowly starts to pick her way down to the maw; not bothering to wait for anyone else to go first.
Leets Wednesday April 7th, 2004 2:34:31 AM
Leets smiles at little Domisha.
"Oh no, we've not arrived yet. You now, to see a gold dragon, one must deserve it. You're quite lucky in fact..."
"By the way, do you know the tale of Domi and the dragon? Well, a long time ago, when Domi was still walking among us, he would travel from Minotaur Island to Centaur Island, and to Wemic Island too. One day, he was wondering, looking a battlefield and..."
Leets will still talk for a very long time before realizing the little one fell asleep on her mother's back...
Smiling, he'll then focus on the walk, as it becomes harder.
Brahmah d20+8=25 d20+5=20 d20+5=22 d20+4=5 d20+5=12 Wednesday April 7th, 2004 5:44:47 AM
Brahmah walks over to Domisha. "Domisha, do you want a right on my back?!" He wouldn't dare just scoop her up without permission.
He continues, with or without Domisha, to look at the map and guide the group steadily up the slope. (Knowledge Geography 25, Listen 20, Spot 22, Search 5[natural 1!], Survival 12)
Every once in awhile, Brahmah looks for Pah'caw. "Pah'Caw, look for danger." He asks calmly, not trying to alarm anyone. Before she takes off, he grabs a 'piece of choice meat' from his bag and gives it to her.
"Leets, sorry to interrupt your wonderful story, your at my favorite part, but could you occassionally look around and scan for ambush, you know, look for evil(Detect)? It's getting quieter. It could be lack of birds at this elavation, but you can't be too careful."
"Have we decided on a gift for the dragon yet?"
Flat-top d20+6=25 Wednesday April 7th, 2004 7:34:46 AM
Flat-top tells Brahmah "No! Nothing is around, If those marks are not scary enough for any thinking body, then who ever put them there will be ready for any thing?". Then Flat-top spots(ac25) Kanchana going around that new boulder?? 'That's funny there must be something there that peeks her intrest??' So Flat-top starts to follow her, calling after her, "Kitten! Wait for Us! You might be walking into danger!"
OOC:Let's Leets have the Seal od CLW, He's alway the first to get hurt anyway.(Hee Haw)
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Wednesday April 7th, 2004 7:56:49 AM
Kenisha feel that her daughter is asleep, soon after Leets started his story about 'Domi and the Golden Dragon'. She wait untill Leets sees that the child is asleep, Kenisha tells him(with a smile)"That was very intresting, Leets. I hope she does not repeat her virsion of that story of yours?? Oh! Yes! And whipe that Seal off your face." She smiles as She look around but cannot see Kanchana, only Flat-top hind end going around that boulder, calling out to the Weinic?? "I wonder what's going on there??"
Domisha is asleep on her Mother back."ZZZZZ"
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=22 Wednesday April 7th, 2004 8:07:31 AM
Paw'caw scoff down the meat that Brahmah gave her. Then jumps and takes to the skies Looking for danger.
OOC:For Spoting 22.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday April 7th, 2004 8:12:30 AM
Managram sniff here and there, then after a while come to this new boulder with the strange markings. After making sure of the markings, he leaves a mark of his own.
Toros Wednesday April 7th, 2004 9:09:39 AM
The closer they come the more Toros feels the tension to meet a gold dragon. The rock that resembles the dragon's head looks bigger than its actual size to his eyes, and as if ready to swallow everything. Unconsciously, Toros moves his head to imitate the shape of the rock while walking.
Vasch d20+9=18 d20+9=25 d20+5=15 Wednesday April 7th, 2004 6:44:52 PM
The dragon maw-like appearance of the rock formation sends a shudder through Vasch. I'll be glad to be done with this place...
"Should we look for a place to camp so? Looks like the little ones are getting tire."
[Spot DC18, Survival DC25, Listen DC15]
Into the Dragon's Maw. (DM Jim) Wednesday April 7th, 2004 9:53:42 PM
The group has finally reached what would appear to be the entrance to the dragon's lair. Funny that it would be a cave in the shape of a dragons open mouth.
Kanchana enters through the opening not really caring anymore, just really tired. Flat-top is fast to catch up to her and make sure she is safe. The rest trudge along as Vasch states an obviously good question.
The temperature up here is cold but not freezing and there is little wind with the boulder and mountain providing cover. The area is relatively flat and would make a good place to camp.
Then the thought of a gift for the dragon is brought up again and everyone has something new to think of.
Leets Thursday April 8th, 2004 2:22:00 AM
While the tale he was remembering was offering an escape to the dragon's threat thoughts, Leets is brought back to reality by Brahmah's statement, and nods in agreement...
Leets cast DETECT EVIL, and takes some time to watch the landscape for possible troubles. He will do it regularly too.
Once the group reaches the dragon's maw, Lets feels a little bit better.
"At least, I think we could organize a better defense from here than in this poor landscape..."
"And Vasch is right, we'll perhaps not find another good place for a camp before days."
(OOC: Thanks for the seal, but how does it work???)
Flat-top Thursday April 8th, 2004 4:33:38 PM
Flat-top follows Kanchana into what look like a nice cave, "Hmmm! Good shelter, nice almost even floor, the children will be safe here and can sleep in peace. Alright let's make our selves at home for now. I'll get the rest of the party." Flat-top turns to get the rest of the party, but goes nowhere because they are already filling into the cave. So he ask the party "Did any body see any fire wood out there?"
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Thursday April 8th, 2004 4:40:06 PM
Kenisha with the sleeping Domisha, follow's Leets into what look like the Jaws of a Dragon, "It's beautiful and it looks almost real."
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday April 8th, 2004 4:48:00 PM
Paw'caw spot her master Following the party around the bend, waiting to enter a cave. Its getting late now so she dives and lands on Brahmah's shoulder. All ready to go to sleep.
Managram(ceil) Thursday April 8th, 2004 4:52:09 PM
Managram follow Leets to the cave. He will stand almost at the entrence of the cave, watching the sceanery out side, Looking for danger.
Kanchana Thursday April 8th, 2004 7:32:11 PM
Kanchana looks around the cave, but doesn't go very much further into the cave. "The only possible firewood would be any deadfall from the pinetrees we passed earlier." She looks for a decent area to rest for the night; away from the cave opening. "If we rest close together with the children in the middle we might not need to build a fire. We can eat our way-fare cold." Kanchana thinks about gifts for that dratted dragon and comes up with nothing since she doesn't have any spare carving-wood with her. "Anyone have any ideas about what to give that dragon? I don't have any wood with me so I cannot do any carving right now."
Brahmah Thursday April 8th, 2004 11:19:22 PM
"Pah'caw, you stay out here friend. Caves are no place for a noble bird of prey."
"I didn't see any dry wood."
"I'll give him a tattoo." The minotaur grins.
Camp and the Gift. (DM Jim) Friday April 9th, 2004 12:59:27 AM
The decision to make camp is make quickly and this is a good sheltered spot. Soon bedding is set up and everyone is snuggled down for some chat time. Brahmah decides that it maybe best to try and give the dragon a tattoo.
Not too far away from the cave Vasch had earlier spotted some dead wood that would make a nice fire and with the sheltering it would not be easy to spot.
It should soon become evident that the two little girls also picked a small bundle of the little blue flowers from the second boulder.
Leets Friday April 9th, 2004 4:32:37 AM
The Centaur paladin reamains at the entrance of the strange cave, looking outside, like his dog, as well as he thinks of possible gifts to the dragon.
"Frankly, I have no better idea than this tatoo. I myself don't feel able to do better..."
"Hmm...I was also remembering...We were told that Dragons liked mind games...Do any of you know such things?"
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Friday April 9th, 2004 6:37:00 AM
The two mothers bed down toward the back of the cave. Vruth signals Kenisha by pointing to the blue flowers in the fist of both children. Kenisha smiles, "Leets! It looks like the children has solved their gift to the dragon. You see little girls love to give flowers to their friends and love ones." The mothers kiss the sleeping heads of their children.
Domisha fast asleep, "ZZZzzz"
Flat-top Friday April 9th, 2004 6:49:49 AM
Flat-top smiles at the sight of the sleeping children. His chest puff up twice it's size, he's so proud of them.
All of the sudden his head pops around "I don't know what to give the dragon, I cannot sing, nor can I play music, I cannot carve wood like Kanch... Hey! I have an Gift for the dragon?? Kanchana and I can Dance for him. Yes! We could do a nice Tango, like we did in the GG, remember??" Flat-top has this GRIN on his face spells 'AH! Come Sweets' look on his face.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday April 9th, 2004 7:03:19 AM
Paw'caw look and listens to her master;s orders. Then there a littls gleem in her eyes 'Noble Bird of Prey', She takes to the sky, swoops down and kills her dinner of squerrel. She nest in a pine tree for the night.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=8 d20+5=6 Friday April 9th, 2004 7:12:00 AM
Managram sits next to his master, Sniff the air trying to pick up a scent, watching every shadow. But one thing for sure he's not about to give up his prize Bone!.
OOC: Smells 8 - Looking 6. This dog needs sleep.
Vasch Friday April 9th, 2004 8:49:56 AM
Vasch listens to the others and their ideas for the dragons gift. None of that is guarenteed to work. If its gift is that important then ours must be equally as valuable...
"I have the gift..." Vasch interupts the conversation. He pulls off his pack and unties the spear. "This weapon is magical and if the dragon's help is as valuable as the Zethen says, then I'm willing to give this to the dragon."
Kanchana Friday April 9th, 2004 6:46:45 PM
Kanchana laughs good-humoredly at Flat-top's suggestion about dancing. With a huge smile on her face she says, "you and I would have a lot of fun at least, though I do not know if a dragon would appreciate dancing...". Kanchana actually feels like dancing right now. Finally she seems to be back in a lasting good mood; something that has been lacking for her since the Bloran debacle. Kanchana walks over to Flat-top and kisses him gently on the cheek, "let you and I keep that dancing idea in mind. It would be nice to do something fun for a change now anyway." Still smiling widely she looks for a good place to sleep for the night. "If no one minds then I hope to take the very last watch, so I can catch the sunrise."
Toros Friday April 9th, 2004 10:40:02 PM
"For the gift I have got also several magic items that could be of some value. However, I really do not know what would the best gift for a gold dragon. Maybe a small bundle of blue flowers picked and given by two little girls would do wonders, especially a quest for them is at stake now." suggests Toros, noticing the lovely and beautiful bouquette that Domisha and Melanin gathered gracefully.
The Big Sleep. (DM Jim) Friday April 9th, 2004 11:02:10 PM
That night is an uneventful one as you take your watch. The only time that seems to be a bad one is when you see a large form flying through the sky. Still it kept moving on up the mountain to soon disappear from your sight.
The morning comes and you find the two kids up early playing a game with one of the balls and the large boulder. They smile and wave to each person as they wake, more than ready for breakfast. Vrurt is sitting off to the side in the sun, her morningstar laying across her lap watching them play.
The air is crisp this morning with maybe a hint of rain, but the sun is out. A light breeze blows as well as Kanchana goes about her morning rituals. A large breakfast is soon ready, noone wanting thier possible last meal to be a small one.
Brahmah d20+5=12 d20+5=12 d20=8 d20+8=26 d20+6=15 d20+5=21 d20+5=20 d20+4=11 d20+7=24 Saturday April 10th, 2004 3:20:42 AM
On watch. (Listen 12, Spot 12)
In the morning. "The shadow overhead last night was most likely the dragon. I think his cave is much higher in the mountain. It might be a dangerous climb. We should create some sort of harness for the wee-ones." (Climb 8, Geography 26, Nature 15, Listen 21, Spot 20, Search 11, Survival 24[to avoid getting lost])
Flat-top Saturday April 10th, 2004 9:25:34 AM
Flat-top turn rozy pink as Kanchana kisses his cheek, he lowers his head so nobody but her knows how uncomtable he is, in a deep voice "Couff! Couff! Err! maybe your right, Kitten" Then moves toward Brahmah and the others, "You say you saw some thing during the night?? Hmm! you might be right, Gold Dragons do like their solatude. We will need straps? Good Idea! Wait let me see if I have any more of those straps I made for the sailors." Flat-top will rumage through his saddle bags.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Saturday April 10th, 2004 9:48:56 AM
Kenisha pick up a pot, with a wave of the hand tell s Domisha "Play nice girls, I'll be right back I'm going for water." She leaves the for the strem, but on her way back... There in frount of the cave is a nice big sammon, "Hmm! your still looking out for the Children, Paw'caw." She enters the cave and give the fish to Brahmah, "Here! Clean this fish, YOUR bird brought it for the children. Me and Kanchana will make breackfast of sammon cakes with wild potatoes with herb, a little berries salad and of course cold Goat's milk. Hurry with that fish!"
Domisha is playing hit the floting ball with Melanin. "Onezie - twozies - threezies - Errr Uncle Varch, what comes after threezies?"
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=24 d20+5=21 Saturday April 10th, 2004 10:01:32 AM
Paw'caw wakes at the crack of dawn, up in the skies she goes on her watch again. She spots (Spot 24)something in the stream, why it's a fish, no there two... OR more fishes. 'those chicks in the cace will not go hungry this morning.' She dives and (attack Ac 21) scoup up a big fish, then flies off toward the cave, drop it in frount of the cave. Then off she goes for her own breackfast.
Managram(ceil) Saturday April 10th, 2004 10:11:01 AM
Managram plays with the girls by jumping and trying to catch the floating ball, but is a little bit too slow, the girls are getting faster when they are playing at running and hitting the ball. He sees that Kenisha has a big fish in her hand, giving it to Brahmah to clean. Managram goes over to Leets "Bark! Bark!" trying to tell him that he likes fish too.
Kanchana Saturday April 10th, 2004 6:19:47 PM
Kanchana gets what rest she can before taking her watch for the evening. She takes Flat-top's embarrassment in stride, but reminds herself to never put him in that awkward situation again. After her quiet watch she goes about her daily ritual of studying spells and praying, finally watching and reading the weather for the morning. Once the others start to awaken she will gladly help Kenisha with cooking breakfast for everyone. "Creating a harness for the children is a good idea Brahmah. Who is best at using rope and tying knots among ourselves? I do not think it would be me..."
Brahmah Saturday April 10th, 2004 7:14:43 PM
Brahmah guts and cleans the fish in a matter of minutes using his Kukri efficiently.
Leets Sunday April 11th, 2004 5:15:08 AM
The Centaur paladin doesn't like at all the sight of the huge shadow flying over his head.
When the group finds the salmon at the very entrance of the cave in the morning, he can't help but smile slightly...
"Your eagle is wiser than I thought Brahmah, and is not your companion for nothing. Here is a fine way to warn us: we're nothing but salmons in a river for this dragon..."
Leets will gladly share some dried meat, biscuits and water from his backpack. However, he will keep preciously his bottle of rare wine, either to offer it to the dragon, or to drink it at their return...
Vasch Sunday April 11th, 2004 8:03:40 AM
With morning meal ready, Vasch get a some and moves off to eat in relative quiet.
He looks back at the others eating and talking with each other. He notices the way they interact. It is something he doesn't know.
Tomi...Great Tomi, give me...us all the strength to succeed. I have grown tired of running... He looks at the little ones playing. A pride...my pride...
He turns away from the others and eats his meal.
Toros Monday April 12th, 2004 7:19:47 PM
Seeing the dark figure flying in the sky makes Toros fall nto various thoughts. Then to empty up his mind and relax he does his mediation preparing also his spell list. He shares his responsibility in guarding the area at night, and helping to prepare for the day.
Decisions and More Decisions. (DM Jim) Monday April 12th, 2004 9:58:06 PM
After the dark shadow in the sky that very night a new possibility is opened. Does the group enter the cave that the map shows as the entrance to the dragon's lair or will they continue on up the mountain.
Noone really voices an opinion but ideas are tossed around for how to go up further. The time is around eight in the morning and the cave is a little light up by the sun. You can tell that it goes on for some distance in the cave before it appears to bend to the right.
The way up the mountain is even steeper than it was to get to this point. In several areas you can see loose rocks and shale. Plant life gets sparser as well and it does not look that hospitable.
In the morning Brahmah will ask Kanchana to prepare detection spells for traps and snares.
"We should avoid continuing up the mountain. We should head into the cave. Expect traps." He pauses. "Should we watch for pit traps and sliding walls and loose rocks. By Domi, I wish Kale was with us... he could see those things a mile away."
"Pah'caw, look out for danger and come into the cave if you need help."
"I suggest that a minotaur goes first into the cave. We can see in the dark. We should rope ourselves together to avoid any of us getting lost. I know my ancesters lived underground, but I like it above ground far better. I hate caves."
Vasch d20+5=23 d20+11=31 d20+7=17 d20+9=14 d20+9=14 Tuesday April 13th, 2004 9:27:17 AM
"Captain just let me know where you want me." Vasch says as he prepares his gear for silence. He ties down, tight, anything that hangs loose.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Tuesday April 13th, 2004 3:36:36 PM
Kenisha tells Flat-top that a harness will be better than the cloth sling that she was using. Kenisha will put the harness on her daughter, hopeing that she is sure hoves enough to make the climb up that rocky path.
Domisha ask her mother is she can take a nap on the way up?
"Yes, Dear." replied Kenisha.
Flat-top Tuesday April 13th, 2004 3:44:54 PM
Flat-top gives harnesses to each of the mothers, It seem that the pace will be more dagerious going up farther to that big cave. All his ropes come out of the bages, so they can link to each other. "Now! Brahmah where do you want me in line?" Flat-top is ready to go.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=20 Tuesday April 13th, 2004 3:49:32 PM
Paw'caw listens to Brahmah's orders, then takes to the skies.
OOC Spot 20.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday April 13th, 2004 3:52:22 PM
Managram senses that the hunt is on, don't know what we are hunting for, But He's going to find it first. 'Alright I'm ready' as the dog scratches the ground.
Gecktar... is back Tuesday April 13th, 2004 5:10:28 PM
"I agree with Brahmah... I think we must explore the cave before continuing to climb the mountain."
"Captain, if you want a minotaur to get first I'm your taur."
Kanchana d20+3=16 d20+4=15 d20+5=13 d20+5=16 d20+10=18 d20+14=27 Tuesday April 13th, 2004 8:26:23 PM
Kanchana looks up the slope and wonders just how difficult it would be to climb. After a few moments she goes back into the cave-mouth. "Call it an omen if you like, but I think that maybe we are meant to explore this cave first. After all it probably was not coincidence that we ended up here." She walks a bit further into the cave, "Brahmah, Wemics see well in poor light, still a warrior is probably the best choice as a foward scout."
Brahmah Tuesday April 13th, 2004 8:48:11 PM
"The cave it is then. I'm not too fond of this mountain-side, looks dangerous... not saying I'm afraid of it, but saying that the rest of you might have problems with it." The leader hedges at his statement, hoping he doesn't tick off his friends. He grins.
"I think Vasch should be the one to go first, he has skill in this area... scouting I mean." He waves the wemic toward the cave.
"Yes Flat-top, take a spot. Do you want to go in first? Go with Vasch."
"Gecktar, I'm afraid that we need you to watch out for the ladies. That is if Flat-top goes first." He winks at the centaur fighter(Flat-top).
He looks embarrassed at Kanchana. "I forgot wemic have good vision too, sorry. Say, would like to go first Warden?" He smiles.
Spelunking and Dunking. (DM Jim) Tuesday April 13th, 2004 10:33:40 PM
A pecking order set up the group moves off into the cave. It is a little slow going at first as everyone takes it slow and cautious. Fourty feet in you find that the cave does bend to the right and goes on for what would appear to be a great distance.
All this distance covered and no signs of traps or pits of any kind. It makes y'all a little nervous but it is some comfort that you have not had to worry about anything unknown. You soon come to another bend, not as sharp as the first, that moves you off to the left now.
Though you are as silent as possible as you move along, the caves pick up little sounds. There is a sudden swirl of movement from the front of you and you are suddenly engulfed in a flight of bats.
[Dex check 14 to avoid falling in the gauno. If you fall there is no need for the wisdom check.] [Wis check 16 to think of falling to the ground or take 3d3 damage form the bat swarm.]
Toros d20=10 Tuesday April 13th, 2004 11:50:28 PM
Following others Toros prepares himself for the underground travel then enters and moves in the cave with great caution. However as time passes and they see no signs of trouble the caution leaves its place to a bit comfort and nervousness at the same time. The sudden movement of the bats is totally unexpected for Toros. Although he tries to protect himself he loses his balance (d20 +3, 13 < 14) and ends up with falling into the guano. For a merchant this can be a sign of earning money and luck but for Torosnow it means trouble too much to deal with, especially as he hears the damaging sounds of the bat swarm. But to his surprise fortunately he is unharmed except the need for some drycleaning.
Flat-top d20+3=12 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 7:15:35 AM
"Fine, I'll go with Kanchana and Gectkar. Watch that eye there's something in it." Flat-top turns to the children, Telling them to mind their mothers, "Your mothers will know what to do!"
Flat-top enters deeper into the cave with Gectkar ahead of Kanchana and himself,But when they come to the second bend and the black tar like substance on the ground, It was too late to warn the others of the Guamo, The swerling swam of bats are upon them, So he yell "DUCK!" just before he falls into the black guel. "Oh! Great! now the enermy will be able to smell me coming."
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) d20+2=22 d20+2=21 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 7:30:38 AM
Kenisha tell her daughter to keep the harness on in case they have to climb, taking her daughter hand, tell her "We are ready to follow the guides and fighters into the cave, be careful and do as I tell you." Kenisha and Domisha carefuly follow the others, BUT when she hears Flat-top (Who is up ahead of them) Yells to duck. She and her daughter make them selves as flat and as low as posible. Kenisha hug her daughter to her self "that was good, Dear."
Domisha smiles at her mother, Felling all the more grown up.
Brahmah d20+2=5 3d3(1+3+3)=7 3d3(2+3+2)+6=13 3d3(1+1+2)+11=15 3d3(2+3+2)+6=13 3d3(1+1+1)+7=10 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 7:36:02 AM
Without warning, Brahmah falls on his butt and begins cursing, then stops himself because Domisha's big eyes are seen blinking at him from the ground. He smiles, stands and doesn't even bother brushings the guano off. (Doesn't duck to avoid the bats, 7 damage)
Brahmah looks at the bats as carefully as possible as they pass him. Are they natural sized? Summoned? Or do they seem to be on their normal nightly hunt, headed out the cave? (Nature 13)
He attempts to catch one flying past him. (Melee attack 15, and his second 13, reflex to 'bat' one out of the air 10.) Brahmah's arms just seem to flail aimlessly in the air as the bats pass.
"Did I mention, I hate caves?"
Managram(ceil) d20+5=19 d20+5=20 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 7:48:21 AM
Managram follow Leets into the blach hole in back of the cave, he sniff here and there, he come to the dark spots on the ground, He reconise them as bat gropings, he yells 'Bat Bat Bat' BUT only come out as "Woff Woff Woff".
Vasch d20+3=8 d20+3=20 d20+3=15 d20+5=12 d20+5=12 d20+11=26 d20+7=27 d20+9=23 d20+9=20 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 8:57:48 AM
Vasch feels a "squish" under his feet. Guano? Wait...oh no... "Down quickly and stay low...bats...lots of them." He looks back and sees the reactions of the others. "Shhh..."
He hears "Did I mention, I hate caves?" from the Captain. In a low tone as not to stir up more bats Vasch replies, "Did I mention I hate water and well..."
His sword in hand, he looks to Leets, "I'd like to have Managram with me. His nose is better than mine." Vasch takes the lead and moves off looking for hidden dangers in the darkness.
Gecktar d20=3 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 10:15:12 AM
Gecktar, as is Captain says, stay with the ladies with some pleasure as he enjoy being in such charming company. His thoughts wandering he even don't realizes what happened and moment later "Ounch !" he is on the ground with a violent dolor at the bottom. An instant later a swarm of bats pass underhead.
When he recovers his hands that amortizes his fall are covered with disgustful gouano as well as his back. He stands up trying to clean his hands and see if every body is fine mumuring : "Everyone is safe ? Did someone some help ?"
Leets d20+1=15 d20+3=8 3d3(3+3+2)=8 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 1:19:53 PM
Leets takes his place in the group as they walk deeper in the mountain.
"I don't know where it leads, but Iprefer this than uncovered trekking on the mountainside..."
"And after all, wasn't the map saying we should goto the dragon's mouth, Brahmah?"
"Hey, what's th.."
Leets has barely the time to bring his shield beforehis face when the bats arrive. Although he manageto remain on his four legs (which help...), he suffers many little cuts on the face and arms.
"Is everybody ok?" Ask the Centaur paladin when the flight is gone
"We'd better clean those cuts...This place sems to be...Ugly..."
Leets looks his hooves, and has a thought for Managarm who must walk in such things...
"My dog...Try to help our friend Vasch...I promise you'll have fresh water to clean when we're outside..."
Kanchana d20+3=21 d20+4=15 d20+5=9 d20+5=8 d20+3=19 d20+4=19 d20+10=23 Wednesday April 14th, 2004 9:42:55 PM
Kanchana walks into the darkness; some where near the front of the group. She continues to try and look for traps, pits and anything else that might be dangerous. Kanchana manages not to slip in the guano (dex 19) and she ducks as the bats fly overhead (Wis 19). "Batroost. Nothing has passed through here in awhile."
Smelling Good :). (DM Jim) Thursday April 15th, 2004 12:19:06 AM
The bats swirl around the group as some of you fall, drop on your own or are bitten by them. Just as fast as they come out of the cave ceiling they are gone again into the dark of the cave, further the way you came. Brahmah is able to catch one of the bats by the wing and it only struggles for a little while, though it does screech in protest.
Gathering your wits about you it is easy to tell that the normal sized bats have been here for a long time. The guano is piled up to at least four to six inches deep, greater in some places. With a little bit of muttered compliants you all lmove on further into the cave.
Another bend in the cave tunnel leads into a small cavern that is covered in glowing moss. In the more slightly lit room you are able to take stock of the damage done by bat and guano alike. It is getting a little more noticeably hot as well. Not that bad, just a slight increase in the temperature.
Brahmah d20+6=10 d20+5=18 d20+5=19 d20+4=20 d20+5=17 d20+4=22 Thursday April 15th, 2004 3:01:17 AM
(Nature 10, Listen 18, Spot 19, Search 20, Survival 17[19 to avoid natural hazards or getting lost, 19 to see any tracks/marks- scraped walls, moved guano, dead bats(eaten or unnatural death)])
The minotaur holds the bat triumphantly by the wing. Looking at it, he wants to know breed and age of this bat and if he wounding it by catching it. He holds the bat lightly and gathers in the upset creatures wings so it won't hurt itself. Looking at the creature apologeticly, the ranger thinks for a moment then thinks back to the swarm. (Did we startle the creatures or were they startled some other way?? Wild Empathy Roll 22!!) "I like this little critter, it's kinda cute." With that single statement, the tough exterior of the leader falls away as the lure of nature is brutally apparent in that momnet. The child-like mind of Brahmah seems to be at play.
He holds it out at Kanchana as he walks along. "I may have found you an animal friend." He says, grinning.
(Would taking a very small HD creature as a friend, remove a current animal companion from a PC? I'm thinking, yes.)
(At some point, Brahmah will scoop up some fresh guano and put it into one of his empty 'baggies' that he got from Pah'caws meat treats. There is an empty one in the backpack. Brahmah heard somewhere that guano is an arcane resource[yes, this is unusual for Brahmah to do! Besides, it was a struggle to find burnable fuel on the mountainside. :)])
Flat-top d20+2=18 d20+4=15 d20+6=10 d20+7=24 d20+7=24 Thursday April 15th, 2004 6:54:18 AM
Flat-top is on the alert (18) looking around for anything odd, Searching (15) for a little water after all there's moss in this cave, he also trying to spot any tracks or prints that don't belong here. But most of all he is alert for any sounds around or ferther down the path (other noise, not their own noise).
Flat-top cannot help himself to make a little dig at Brahmah, "Hmmm! Brahmah I always though that sailors like us, favored parots instead of BATS??" At this point Flat-top ducks so Brahmah will not hit him.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) d20+2=20 d20+3=19 d20+4=6 d20+7=24 Thursday April 15th, 2004 7:17:37 AM
Kenisha enters the open cave with domisha in tow, She listens for more bats, she searches to see how much moss there is, She'll try to spot if there is water around, but her herbalist side of her want to know about this moss?? can they clean their hoves with it? Is it good for anything else??.
Domisha and Melanin are both running and sliding through the guano. "Wheeeee!" they go!
Managram(ceil) d20+3=12 d20+6=26 Thursday April 15th, 2004 7:30:05 AM
Managran jumps when the swarm of bats goes by trying to catch one(if the dog catches one, he'll bring it to Varch), after all Dog are better at catching thing than cats. Entering the cavern managram, he will track (by scent) for any kind of scent, all the way around the cavern.
OOC: Attack (bat) 12 - Tracking by scent 26 (he got a natural 20)
Vasch d20+3=11 d20+5=24 d20+5=10 d20+11=20 d20+7=26 d20+9=12 d20+7=23 Thursday April 15th, 2004 10:21:56 AM
Vasch looks back "By great Tomi, Kenisha! I realize that sliding through piles of dung may seem fun...the noise will alert anything in here to our presence! Can't speak for Managram, but I not in a hurry to meet Gargul anytime soon, so, please this is not the time for games."
Vasch looks and listens for danger as he and Managram move ahead. He is trying to hear danger with the shadows he will most likely hear it long before he can see the danger.
Gecktar Thursday April 15th, 2004 12:38:10 PM
"We mut continue in silence" does he whisper. I will create some water to wash us all later and if we find a pool."
For now he stays with the ladies
Kanchana d20+3=14 d20+10=24 d20+10=19 d20+14=28 d20+3=11 d20+4=21 d20+5=11 d20+5=11 Thursday April 15th, 2004 8:13:41 PM
Kanchana smiles and looks at the little bat that Brahmah caught. "It is a cute little thing, but I somehow doubt that it would like to leave it's roost." Kanchana does not feel the same good connection with it that Brahmah felt (Wild Empathy 14). "Maybe you should let the creature go? You'll make Pah'caw jealous you know." She shrugs, "if it decides to stay then maybe I will see if there is enough time to talk with it." Kanchana moves on and checks out the glowing moss.
Brahmah Friday April 16th, 2004 12:02:47 AM
"Maybe your right Kanchana."
The Lit Cavern. (DM Jim) Friday April 16th, 2004 12:46:06 AM
The moss appears to keep it light ability even when scrapped off the wall and floor. It grows in small patches through-out the cavern area, foot patches.
Brahmah gently holds the bat and it soon quiets as if sensing no danger immediate. You can tell that it is a male bat, most likely a fruit eater though where it would get fruit out here you do not know. Brahmah finds it most likely that they startled the bats, even with the little sound that they were making.
No tracks can be seen in the later room with the guano and there are no signs of tracks in this room either. Managarm gets caught by a stray scent and misses any bats, but finds that the scent leads him to a small pile of bones in moss cavern. Anyone checking will find it to be those of some animal that must have wandered into the cave and got lost.
There are little accumulations of water in the cavern as well. You will notice that the moss grows rather close to them. The water is crystal clear and if anyone tastes it, cold to the mouth.
The cavern goes on for a little further and then there is a thirty foot climb up a near vertical wall. It appears that an opening is located at the top.
[I maybe able to be talked into letting you lower the hit points of your first animal companion to make the second acceptable.] [The moss would appear to be able to give off light if removed, but for how long is unknown. It would also appear to be useless for wiping off the guano.] [If Brahmah lets the bat go it stays in the cavern, seemingly curious about the group.]
Leets Friday April 16th, 2004 5:58:19 AM
Leets keeps his place near the end of the group. He prefers to let the explorers of the group move forward, and guard their back.
However, he keeps an eye on Managarm, and on any bad feeling the dog could have. Himself will try to detect evil from time to time.
When the group arrives at the rock wall, Leets looks upward.
"Wow...Here are troubles... has anybody an idea to help us Centaurs climb this?"
Flat-top Friday April 16th, 2004 2:59:50 PM
Flay-top trots up to Leets and look up. "Oh! Boy ! I wish I had a potion of Spider Climb. Leets How hi would you say the hole is? Maybe the minotaurs should go up first, they the strongest! What do you think? Brahmah."
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Friday April 16th, 2004 3:21:54 PM
Kenisha take her daughter hand, wipping her face with a hankerchief, "Now! Listen Domisha, You have to learn to think of the party you are with, not of yourself and how to have fun. Now Uncle Gectkar was thinking of you when he yelled at you, when our party goes into a cave, they have a lot of dangers in them, so in order to get to our goal, which is to see the Golden Dragon, We must all be alet to the dangers around us. Now say that your sorry and you won't do it again to Uncle Gectkar."
Domosha listens to her mother, her eyes grow wide. she turn around "I'm sorry Uncle Gectkar, I'll be quite the rest of the way." BUT when Gectkar turn his back to her, Domisha stick out her toung at him.
Munagram(ceil) Friday April 16th, 2004 3:54:54 PM
Managram sniff around and comes to a bunch of moss. There is a small pile of bones there, he paws at them but cannot seem to identify as to what kind of animals died there or How they died??
Gecktar Friday April 16th, 2004 4:13:01 PM
"Gecktar put is hand on the head of Domisha. You're all pardoned young Taur. If it may appears reluctant to you, it's only for your safety..."
Then Gecktar come under the hole raise his head and think to himself... 'Hmmm, another problem here...'
Kanchana Friday April 16th, 2004 6:28:06 PM
Kanchana waits to see if anyone can figure out the vertical climb problem. She watches the small bat watching the group and smiles. She thinks it is cute that they have acquired a curious onlooker. "I don't know if any of us can make that climb. Maybe we should just backtrack and go up the slope instead?" Kanchana approaches Kenisha and Domisha afterwards (Vrurt and Melanin if they are there too). "Domisha maybe you and Melanin can play a game that is very popular where I come from? All need to do is try to be the most quiet and sneaky hunter, now it isn't an easy game to play but I think that you two will have fun." She winks at the Taur, "who knows maybe you can sneak up on Uncle Brahmah and scare him?"
Brahmah Friday April 16th, 2004 8:10:16 PM
Distracted by the bat, Brahmah shakes off his curiousity momentarily to answer Flat-top. "Hole? What hole?"
Brahmah looks back at the bat, then cocks his head at the bat, who he lets sit in the palm of his hand. He begins talking to him. "Friend bat, you wouldn't know about a dragon in these parts, would you? Well, I suppose you can't understand me without that spell, if you see him, tell him we're no danger to him and that Zethen sent us." He smiles and waits for the bat to fly away in its own time.
Brahmah looks away from the bat. "Did somebody say there was a ....." He looks up at the hole. "...hole, Um, yes, centaurs might have an issue. I think the next time we're in at the Catacombs, each of us who wants to should buy a potion of fly or climbing."
"How do we all get up there now, though? Hmmm..." He looks down at Little Domisha and winks at her. "Wee one, Uncle Brahmah needs your advice. How would a taur climb a wall without magic or wings?"
Toros Saturday April 17th, 2004 3:13:13 AM
"Did anyone hurt from the bats", any need for healing?
Toros does not seem to complain about himself while he tries to clean his dresses from the fall.
"I also do not know how to find the best way to climb there"
The Decision. (DM Jim) Saturday April 17th, 2004 11:52:22 PM
Getting closer to the wall reveals that their are hand holds at one end of the wall (climb check 14). They look like they are well made and would hold a great amount of weight.
The thoughts of some would be to get a couple of minotaurs up there to help in getting the others up. Then again it is unsure as to how well a minotaur could get up there.
Kanchana d20+2=14 Sunday April 18th, 2004 3:48:08 AM
Kanchana carefully looks at the handholds and then then feels them for grip. She thinks 'Minotaurs might have a little trouble climbing this, but we Wemics have claws...why not? I can always try.'
She ties a couple of larger pieces of glowing moss to some of her braids around her face to create some light. Kanchana starts to scramble up the wall using the handholds. She just barely manages to make the climb.
As Kanchana starts her climb she tells the others, "I have 100ft of silk rope with me. I hope it will be enough."
((Climb check 14))
Flat-top, Domisha amd Melanim(ceil) d20=17 d20=16 Sunday April 18th, 2004 7:06:54 AM
Flat-top tell Kanchana, "Sweets! Toss that rope down, and I'll send the little ones climbing up the wall. Just guide them up." Flat-top ask the girls, "Alright. Who want to climb the wall first??" Ofcourse Both girls runs over to Flat-top, "Me! Me! I go first!"
Melanim was the first in line (Who still had her harnest on)Flat-top tied the rope onto the harness, Then guarded her up the wall. "Now, just do like Aunt Kanchana did when she went up the wall, Use the holes for your hand and hoves." And up she went, slow going but up that little Taur went. (Climb check 17)
Domisha was next in line, "Wow! Look at her go up the wall, Do you think I can do that, Uncle Flat-top?" Shelooks at the wall. "You never know untill you try, Missie." Flat-top ties the rope around her harness, and guides her up the wall as far as he could, Up the wall she goes and never looking back, But she made it.(climb check 16)
Flat-top tell the two Mothers, "The little ones are lighter than the rest of us, But did you see the courage in those two??"
Kenisha(ceil)Levate and Spider Climb d20=14 Sunday April 18th, 2004 7:41:41 AM
Kenisha castes Levate on Vrush after her daughter makes the climb up and is reunited with her.
She is going to cast Spider Climb on herself, after Domisha makes it to the top. She'll starts up the the wall(using the hand holes), she has a little diffaculty but make it all the way up.(Climb Check 14) Once up there Kenicha tell all the males down in the cave, "Well us girls made it, NOW! it's your turn."
Managram(ceil) Sunday April 18th, 2004 7:47:54 AM
Managram sits beside his master, watching to girls go up to the wall and into that hole up there. The dog looks at his master then blinks, *Blink* the dog is up there and is now looking down at his Master,'See it's easy'.
Toros d20=18 Sunday April 18th, 2004 9:25:17 AM
Noticing the hand holds Toros feels a relief. Carefully weighting himself on them he manages to climb up without any big problem. (d20,18+2, 20<14)
Vasch d20+3=15 d20+9=16 d20+5=24 Sunday April 18th, 2004 2:39:45 PM
Vasch climbs his way up to the ledge. At the top he sets himself up, bow ready, and listens and looks for trouble.
[Climb DC15, Spot DC16, Listen DC24]
Kanchana (addendum) d20+3=22 Sunday April 18th, 2004 3:29:13 PM
((OOC: I forgot to add this to my last post.))
Kanchana will tie off the rope on a stalagmite immediately after climbimg up the wall(rope use 22). She will of course toss the the free end down to the guys. "I hope this helps with the climb up."
Leets Monday April 19th, 2004 3:20:36 AM
The Centaur paladin thanks Toris for his healing offer.
"It should be ok, just little cuts..."
"As for this..." Says Leets looking at the rock wall. He then watches his friends try to climb, some managing to do it. Finally he see that Managarm blinked upstairs.
"Hey! My dog...I think you managed to blink me out of the ground when we fought this elemental...Come on...Come on Manangarm...Let's see if you can blink me with you too..."
Brahmah (bat wounds <7) d20+5=6 d20+5=12 d20+4=18 d20+7=18 d20+6=21 Monday April 19th, 2004 6:44:51 AM
The leader gets panicked as the little ones start up the rope. 'Don't fall, Don't fall, Don't fall.' Is the only thing in his mind, as he stands below them to break their fall.
As always, Brahmah will be the last up, covering everyones back. It tends to be a habit for him, having had to do the same for the humans on those mercenary ships.
He ponders to himself, as they climb. How is it that an ex-pirate, a paladin, a royal sailor, the mother of a new hope for our people and a druid... along with the others, came together(besides divine serendipity) as a group of heros to save an entire race? The strangest band I've seen in all my years. Now this same group hopes to find a dragon that might help us on the cause or might eat us just on principle.
"We should hurry here, it's far to quiet." As he starts his ascent up the rope. [Listen 6, Spot 12, Search 18, Survival 18(to avoid natural hazard), Climb 21]
Vasch d20+6=23 d20+5=24 d20+5=18 d20+11=23 d20+7=18 d20+9=20 d20+9=21 d20+6=7 Monday April 19th, 2004 11:11:26 AM
Vasch steps off a distance into the darkness using the lichen as a light source. He hopes to catch any dangers lurking before they catch him.
Managram(ceil) Monday April 19th, 2004 4:14:47 PM
Managram wonders why his master is still down there?? *Blink* Managram sits next to Leets. The dog look up and seems to say "Save the best one for last'. As Leets tuches the dog *Blink* the both of them are now on the upper level of the cave.
Managram look again down into the lower level, Just to see if theres any body left alone down there.
Rythiniag
The Meeting...The Doom. (DM Jim) Monday April 19th, 2004 11:32:31 PM
Cautious as every those that are up early scan and check for possible trouble, finding none. When the last one is up the group looks back down and wonders at the distance. Looking to the tunnel that opens up before you, you are soon traveling down it. It makes a sharp turn to the right and then you see light ahead. The heat has been steadily increasing as you move as well.
As you enter the lair you come face to face with a venerable old dragon laying on an extremely large pile of coinage, gems and other equipment. Rythiniag swings his great head around to stare upon you with golden flowing orbs. His voice shakes the very wall of the lair as he speaks. "You dare to enter my lair unbidden...mortal creatures in my very lair." He will breathe out a blast of flame that slams into the far wall, but everyone can feel the intense heat. His eyes still seem to flow but with some curiosity as well this time around. "What is it you seek? It cannot be death for there are other ways to achieve that." As if growing a little impatient as you stand staring at him, he lets out a low rumble that shakes the treasure that he lays on. "Be quick or it maybe I have a snack." His eyes dance again with concealed mirth or maybe it is anticipation of a meal.
Vrurt places a hand on Melamin shoulder as she stands before the dragon. She does not look up but you can see her shaking a little scared.
[Just being in his presence will call for a Will Check DC 20, or be scared stiff or run. Anyone meeting the dragons eyes make a Will Check DC 24.]
[Note: The dragon is huge in size. It's head alone is the size of three eighteen wheelers side by side. It is as long as twenty such trucks put end to end.]
Toros d20=6 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 12:44:07 AM
d20, 6 + 8, 14<20
The dragons lair and the dragon itself is too much for Toros at one time, he is totally scared, looking for a place to hide, at least with his eyes, so fortunatelly he does not meet with the dragon's eyes. However he definitely experience the consequences of the strong fear in his mind and body, hoping something or someone to rescue him from this emotional stage.
Brahmah d20+2=22 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 12:50:07 AM
(Will save 22, 25 vs fear effect)
Brahmah is sure to keep his hands off his weapons when he first steps in to talk with the dragon.
Brahmah stands, perhaps meeting the dragons gaze, a bit 'puffed up' in front of the group, ready to be the first down the dragons gullet. He's sure the Children are out of sight of the beast at first. He shows little to no fear when presented with the dragons ferosity.
"Great and Honorable dragon, Zethen has sent us for you help, for he has said your wise beyond all else." The minotaur stands there, never having seen a dragon of such size before. "These children..." He points to Domisha and Melamin, "...they are really the ones that need your help, we are their Guardians. We are the Chosen of Domi and I am Brahmah, their leader."
"We seek the City the Floats and Zethen said you might know where it is."
"What do you wish of us in return for your hospitality, kind and noble... can I call you Rythiniag?" The minotaur seems almost reluctant to say the name.
Leets Tuesday April 20th, 2004 2:27:47 AM
(OOC: Remember everybody within 10ft around Leets gains +4 to fear checks...)
Leets' mouth slightly opens as he considers with awe the mighty golden creature lying on the coins bed. His heart shared between curiosity and admiration, he slowly comes between the two children and puts one hand on their shoulder.
"Have no fear...It is Domi's path that led us here and the Allmighty Father watches us. The courage in the shrine of our hearts may be the first present to offer to this noble being..."
Leets bows and smiles to the dragon, sparkles of amazement in his own eyes.
Gecktar d20+7=15 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 2:56:43 AM
The mere sight of the dragon paralizes Gecktar. Even with the strength of his faith he cannot control the terror that shakes him. Taking his hammer with two hands he walks backward from where they came to get out the presence of the mighty beast...
(OOC : Will roll 8 + 3 wis + 4 leets)
Kanchana d20+10=27 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 3:01:53 AM
Kanchana leaves the climb area last. She takes her rope with her. Kanchana comes to the dragon's lair a little after the others. She has no real trouble being in the presence of the venerable dragon; or indeed meeting its gaze if necessary. She is content to let Brahmah talk, and has nothing to add. Discreetly Kanchana 'studies' the gold dragon. She does not ready any weapons; in fact she keeps her hands well away from her weapons.
Flat-top d20+4=19 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 6:15:03 AM
Occ: Will roll 15+4 will+4 leets=23
Flat-top enters the cave very carefully and comes to a stand behind Brahmah (but away from his weapon swing, if any). He look at the dragon from the top of his head, down to his huge chest, to his frount very sharp claws, down the lengh of his body, to the end of his tail. This dragon is the most beautiful creature he has ever seen, He is left speachless. Flat-top elbows Brahmah, telling him "Abba! Ahhh! Err! Ask him??". Flat-top just stand there and stares at him.
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) d20+7=15 d20+4=24 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 6:37:48 AM
ooc: Kenisha Will Roll 8+7+4=19 - Domisha Will roll natural 20+4 Leets= 24
Kenisha will enter the cave and see this huge Golden Dragon, She freezes into place. But Domisha see the Dragon beauty, she is fearless, because Uncle Leets said so, she will advances (with flowers in hand) to stand next to Brahmah. "OH! your so beautiful and bigger than anything I've seen. Here some flowers for you, but they are not as beautiful as you." She holds out her hand to give him her flowers.
Managram(ceil) d20+2=13 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 6:54:18 AM
OOC: Managram Will Roll 13 (with out Leets +4)
Managram follows along side Leets side untill he enters the cave and sees the golden Dragon. He stops behind Leets and whines 'hmmmhmm' You could all most see tears in his eyes. *Blink* he hides behind a bolder.
Vasch d20+3=22 Tuesday April 20th, 2004 10:03:41 AM
Vasch moves through the caverns ahead of the others. A sudden wave of terror washes over him.I-I-I...think I-I-I've found the dr-dr-dragon..."I-I-I think we're h-h-here-e-e..." Vasch forces himself not to look up at the great dragon.
Tomi give me strength
He lowers his weapons and places them on the ground in front of him, including his spear.
[Will save DC22]
Toros Tuesday April 20th, 2004 1:59:12 PM
Toros comes closer to Leets in urgent need of dealing with his fear, his presence helps Toros to bear better the feling of fear, at least he is not scared to death any more, however still experiences the symptoms and consequences of seeing a very scary dragon in its own liar. (+4 to will check, being 10ft near Leets, 18, still < 20)
Rythiniag the Gold. (DM Jim) Tuesday April 20th, 2004 11:28:46 PM
Rythiniag looks rather pleased at the way the group is cowering before him, though some are made of sterner stuff. He listens with what appears to be partial attention as the need is layed out before him. His eyes narrow as he takes in another breathe and then turning his head he sends another goute of flame slamming into the wall. It melts some of the coinage as well as four pieces of armor near the blast. "You would dare ask something of me...without even a tribute!" His liquid eyes swirl even faster as he swings his head back around. "Zethen has sent you to me without being prepared...that nut." His head comes down level with the floor as he comes within seven feet of Brahmah.
Then Domisha moves forward and holds out the flowers with her statement of them being for Rythiniag. He draws back as if shocked and then the lair shakes with laughter as Rythiniag roars in laughter. "The little one is most cute for a human pup." About that time Melamin runs forward with some of her own blue flowers, holding them out to the dragon. "For you Mister Dragon."
With a gentleness that belies his great size the dragon reaches out and gently scoops up both little girls. He brings them close to his face as he looks at both of them. They are dwarfed by his great clawed hand, almost as if they are ants. They laugh though as the dragon's breathe tickles thier skin and whips thier hair.
Looking back to The Chosen he gives them a great smile that is unreadable. Before he turns back to the little ones. "You picked these off of my mountain did you not little ones." It is a statement more than a question. The girls nod thier heads beaming with pride at thier accomplishment.
Brahmah Wednesday April 21st, 2004 4:27:43 AM
"Kind Dragon, please don't think less of Zethen. He told us that we needed to bring tribute, but we were all at a loss. It seems that the little ones had their own ideas for a gift. However, if you are still in need of tribute, I'm sure we can come to some sort of arrangement." The Captain barters the way he has learned to, but has no clue how the Great Wyrm will take it.
Brahmah looks at the girls in the dragons claw, then realizes if the wrong thing is done or said, this whole situation could get ugly in a hurry.
He notices that most of the Chosen, with the exception of Kanchana, are taken aback by the dragons presence. Odd that she, of all taurs, would see no reason to fear this great being.
The Captain just grins at Flat-tops stammering. "Calm down friend. He seems kind enough."
Flat-top(Protection from Evil) Wednesday April 21st, 2004 7:21:42 AM
Flat-top snaps to attention, "CALM DOWN! Captain! He has the Children in his Claws! Leets!Give me one of your spears." Flat-top advances a few steps touches his shoulder, mumbling "Protect".
Brahmah Wednesday April 21st, 2004 8:04:31 AM
Brahmah gets quite frusterated at Flat-top.
"Friend! Don't do anything we'll all regret... Have Courage." He states this holy statement quite vocally as if to say to Flat-top, 'Domi is watching you.'
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) d20+5=21 d20+3=18 Wednesday April 21st, 2004 8:13:36 AM
OOC: Diplomacy 21 - Sence Motive 18.
Because she was in a state of fear, Kenisha didnot see Domisha go up to the dragon, untill it was too late. She jumps to action, runs pass Brahmah and the others, stop at the edge of the flooring. Speaking in Draconic she uses all the Diplomacy she can muster, "Sir! I beg of you do not harm my child, Domisha's farther died in battle even before she was born. She did not mean to pick your flowers, she only know that flowers mean friendship to her. I'll do or give you anything you want, just do not harm my child, please!" Taking no chances, she will also do a Sence motive spell on the golden dragon.
Domisha who is in the palm of the dragon's hand, the girls laugh as the dragon lightly breathes on them "WEEeee!" they call out "It tickles! Do it again" and added"Please". When the dragon Rythiniag the Gold ask the girls if they pick the flowers from his mountain. Domisha with the blue flowers in hand said "Yes Sir, we did. They were so beautiful that we just know that they were for you?? We had some Golden colored Lillies for you," at this point her face turned sad,"But! you see there was a big storm out on the waters and a few of the sailors fell off the boat? they had a memo... menorail... speaches about how they did not have a family. So Melanim and I gave those sailors those lillies." Then she smiles again "When we saw these blue flowers, we pick them for you... Here for you" as she hold out her hand.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday April 21st, 2004 8:29:23 AM
Managram tries to peek around the bolder, and sees the children in the palm of that clawed paw. *Blinks* back to Leets side, he will bark at the dragon "Bark! Bark! woof?"
Vasch Wednesday April 21st, 2004 9:42:29 AM
Vasch stands taking his spear. Arms out-stretched he holds the spear outward and stepping forward.
"Great Rythiniag forgive our rudness. In the haste of our quest we sometimes forget the simplest of courtesies. Great Rythiniag, please accept this gift. This spear is of Wemic craftmanship and enchantment and a fine magical weapon. This is the greatest gift I am able to give."
Vasch continues forward and places the spear on the ground before Rythiniag the Gold.
Leets Wednesday April 21st, 2004 11:00:42 AM
Leets tries to remain calm and to stop Flat-Top:
"Flat-Top...Keep your blade cold and your heart warm...Have courage, for it is with our hearts and not with our blades that we will succeed..."
Leets scratches Managarm behind his ear, and looks the dragon...
"See Managarm...Four-legged, like us two..."
Then the Centaur paladin clears his voice, and bows before the dragon.
"Great Rythiniag, don't blame the old and wise Zethen, for he talked about you with respect."
He gets a look at Kenisha, who has the children between her arms.
"It is not the sharpness of your claws nor the power of your flame that we wanted to challenge, but the maze of your tortuous spirit."
Leets walks thoughtful along the cave, a hand on his chin. Finally, with a sparkle in his eye, he smiles and says:
"Us Centaurs have a tradition of riddle around the fire when the first stars drive the sun away, and I thought you would be curious to share this with us, for even a great wyrm like you musn't have Taur visitors very often..."
"I was telling the story of Domi and the Dragon for the young ones as we were coming here, and it made me remember of another story, as I was looking them exploring this island, a riddle in fact."
"It's the story of two young Centaurs, foolish enough to explore alone an island. This island looked a lot like this one, but its guardian wasn't a noble dragon..."
"It was a brutal, harsh Minotaur, who was used to eat any Centaur who walked his island."
"When night came, the two young Centaurs only found a cave to sleep, but unfortunately for them, it was where the Minotaur used to sleep, like a savage beast. He caught them as they tried to flee, and tying their legs, he put them aside."
"The cruel Minotaur would set a fire, and brought a great cauldron, full of water. He then considered the two young ones, and wondered: 'I'm tired of eating Centaurs boiled in the Minotaur way...Maybe I'll roast you instead, the wemic way...'."
"As the Minotaur was pulling the cauldron out of the fire, the two young ones were yelling: 'No! Don't eat us! Nor boiled, nor roasted! Please mister Minotaur!'"
"The Minotaur considered them, his mouth already salivating at the sight of his possible diner"
"You Centaurs never know what you want, you know I'll eat you, but you don't want to be boiled, nor roasted. You always lie, saying you want peace, and then still attacking our people. No, you definitively don't know what you want..."
"However, I will give you a chance, you little ones, because you were brave enough to come here, and because you may be a new hope for us all if you stay alive."
"'Here is the challenge: your fate will depend on your next words...If you tell me a truth, I'll eat you boiled...'"
"'But if you lie, I'll roast you...'"
Leets stops walking.
"The little ones, Great Rythiniag, gave the right answer, and came back to Centaur Island, where they told their story. But the question Great Rhytiniag, is to know what answer was their..."
"What do you think?"
Kanchana Wednesday April 21st, 2004 7:58:45 PM
Kanchana notes the reactions of the other Chosen and wonders why they are seemingly having some trouble just accepting him as part of the Circles. She admits to herself that she is not too pleased with all the flame-splitting, but it must be respected. After all Rythiniag is merely demonstrating his personal power. Typical male posturing; sigh! Kanchana watches Rythiniag gently scoop up the children. "If Honorable, Wise, Gentle Rythiniag meant to do any harm to the cubs he would not have been so gentle when he took them in his hand. Like any decent Woldian being he knows the value of children." Kanchana explains patiently and calmly to the others. Kanchana sits down and waits for the result of this unusual meeting. She is confidant that this will go well; after all Mother Wold and Father Tomi have guided her - them all - well so far so there is no need to worry now either.
Toros Wednesday April 21st, 2004 9:31:07 PM
Toros will walk with Leets following him 1.5 steps behind. He is still terrified but trying to remain in control. This effort takes all his energy without letting him to do any further action or talk, but silently watches the girls and the dragon, preying for no harm.
Rythiniag the Gold. (DM Jim) Wednesday April 21st, 2004 10:56:11 PM
Rythiniag never takes his eyes off of the children as he holds them before his great head. He smiles as they address him and he breathes on them lightly to ruffle thier hair with great delight.
Never looking away from them he speaks again. "Keep your measly little toys...for that is what they are to me." He uses his tail to push the spear back away from his own treasure. With a snort that once again ruffles the girls hair he smiles. "Your riddle would be interesting if I did not hold a greater one before me." He dismisses the riddle as of little consequence to him as he listens to them.
"You should listen to the Wold Mother's Child...she has great insight." He shakes his head and then turns back to The Chosen. "Zethen was wise to send you to me...you have passed several tests here this day." His eyes still swirl as he seems to hold back concealed mirth. "This riddle is great and I will follow it with great interest till it's conclusion.......as for my help, it cannot be freely given but there is something you can do for me." His lips curl back into a smile as he looks over the group. "A little eviction that I deem beneath me to perform." Watching with great interest as he tells you what you must do he seems to be weighing and judging you. "A red has moved onto my mountain and had some young...I wish you to go and take care of her young, then she will leave here."
Brahmah Thursday April 22nd, 2004 12:49:23 AM
Brahmah smiles. "Dragon Hunt! I'm in!"
He looks at the Chosen, with a great grin on his face. "This will be a test for the ages. Red Dragons, dispatched by the Chosen of Domi. How many young and how old is the mother?" He askes with some hesitation.
Brahmah thinks, wrinkling his nose, and then again addresses the Gold. "Friend, were is it located? What has it done to you, besides being your kinds greatest of enemies, and disturbing your mountain?"
Brahmah (Additional) Thursday April 22nd, 2004 12:52:35 AM
"Do you want us to return with their heads? I know this is a gruesome question, but it is a necessary one. How will you know we completed our task fully?" Brahmah seems concerned with the rules of engagement. He is very interested in tactics. "Are we to engage in the lair?"
Flat-top Thursday April 22nd, 2004 7:15:40 AM
Flat-top look at the party, "Your all right! I must be more observing is the action of a would-be enermy, I must be more patent and most of all have more faith. But my heart is up there in his palm." Flat-top stop to listen to what Rythinag has to say, he feel alittle better. UNTIL he mention his little problem... AND Brahmah aggreed to do it??
"WHAT? Are you crazy?" He yells at Brahmah,"Do you know how big a newly hatch red dragonet is? IT"S a little smaller than me! but a young one must be taller and meaner than a rabid bear! Do You Know What that Mother size IS? A little smaller than HIM (Flat-top points to Rythinag), with a temper to match." Flat-top calms down, then put a smile on his face,"But it would be fun to find out how good we are in giving her a eviction notice. I'm in!"
Domisha and Melamin(ceil) Thursday April 22nd, 2004 7:32:59 AM
Dimisha and Melamin are having a wonderful time in the palm of the dragon. Melamin is hanging off one of his claw (swinging then droping into his palm again). Domisha is sliding down one of the claws the roll around like a top. The girls go over to one of claws, hug it "Sir!we wove you!" they say in unison.
Leets Thursday April 22nd, 2004 7:55:45 AM
Leets' heart goes on beating as the dragon seems to change his mind about the Chosen's presence. He doesn't know how they did it, but they did it...
"A red one...It is universaly known they are evil creature...I'll gladly face those things in Domi's name..."
"Let's go for the eviction!"
Leets smiles at Flat-Top, sure they'll have a great time at the dragon hunt.
Kenisha and Vrurt(ceil) Thursday April 22nd, 2004 8:23:04 AM
Kenisha breathes a little easyer, until the dragon tell the party about his problem and solution that must be met. Vrurt runs to Kenisha, touching her arm, Tell her "We have a problem?" Kenisha knods a yes answer to her, she will turn to Brahmah(but stays near the Rythinag for him also to hear). "Captain Brahmah! We have a problem, you see Domisha and Melamin are not yet weined, in two or three months maybe. They'll be ready to leave us. But right now they need our milk. Is there a solution to this problem?"
Managram(ceil) Thursday April 22nd, 2004 8:29:09 AM
Managram looks at the Golden Dragon, then back at Leets, he thinks to himself, ' That's a big dog! but he does look alittle like me?'
Kanchana d20+2=17 Thursday April 22nd, 2004 3:28:30 PM
Kanchana shakes her head slowly at the bloodlust that is abounding here. She stands up from after sitting. Kanchana stares coldly at the beastial Gold dragon. "I am not your pawn. Whatever information you may or not have is not worth the price of murder and needless death. Your bloodlust is your own burden." Kanchana turns her back on the dragon and begins to exit the lair the same way she came. Suddenly she turns, and looking only at the dragon, adds: "If you harm those cubs the Powers will have your hide." (She is referring to the young Taurs). Kanchana climbs back down the incline and looks for the little bat on her way out. The only things on her mind right now is how wrong it is to destroy children (no matter how evil they might become), and the fact that she is woefully under equipped and under skilled to deal with dragons of any sort. Right now Kanchana does not care for dragon-kind. Kanchana is also very aware of the fact that she has decided to go against the others in this issue. She is not certain how they will take this though - probably not well, but Druids have a duty to preserve life and her path is decided.
(Climb check (for climbing down the incline) 17)
Vasch Thursday April 22nd, 2004 6:01:37 PM
Vasch stands taken back by the comment from Rythiniag. ...a measly little toy... He turns from the dragon muttering "We've really no choice...I'll be waiting outside." Retrieveing his bow he leaves the cave; leaving the spear lying where Rythiniag left it.
Brahmah Thursday April 22nd, 2004 8:14:52 PM
"Kanchana, these evil beings have willingly invaded this great wyrms home. We also have a great mission *He points to the children* and if Rathiniag wishes a price for his help, I'm willing to pay it." He looks at the druid. "Do you think it's palletable to me to slaughter innocent children just to save our children?! Do you think I want to kill any of these great and ancient beasts!? They are a gift to the Wold, be them evil or good."
"If you don't want to follow us, then stay here. I'll understand. Watch the children and get to know Rathiniag, that's all I ask."
Turning back to the dragon. "Where is their lair?"
Kanchana (replies to Brahmah) Thursday April 22nd, 2004 8:40:59 PM
Kanchana hears most of what Brahmah says as she is leaving. She calls back, "I see no invaders, the land belongs to all. The price is too high - be wary of what you agree to!" As she replies her voice can be heard receding; which of course mean the she hasn't stopped moving away from the lair. Kanchana will not be staying with any dragons at the moment. She doesn't trust it's motives. She isn't walking away too fast though; just a swifter than normal walk.
Rythiniag the Gold. (DM Jim) Thursday April 22nd, 2004 11:48:51 PM
Rythiniag listens to the banter of the group as he waits. He is happy to see that they are willing to do what they can and he sees no reason why they cannot do this thing. He snorts as the druidess stomps off somewhat upset at his task. "I can see trouble in the future for that one...he duties are divided." He leaves it at that as he swings his head back to Brahmah.
"She leaves every morning to go hunting in one of the neighboring villages...talking their livestock. The pups are left alone for great lengths of time and if you wait till the morn you can easily make it into the lair and evict the babies." He glances again in the direction that leads out of his lair and shakes his head sadly, she could have asked for details. "A days travel up my mountain will bring you to the cave that leads to the lair and from what I have gathered their are three to four of them."
Glancing back to the children he makes sure that they are safe, especially the way they are playing. He lowers them closer to the ground so if they fall they will not get hurt. "I have another reason for my task...one I had not been able to explain yet. I trade freely with the village...giving them gold for food and using my magic to see that they prosper." His eyes swirling you can see a sadness there that cannot be hidden. "A fight between us would devestate much...I thought this the better plan." Glancing down at the spear that was left he points to it with his tail. "Give that to your friend...with the treasure I have it would be wasted here...it would better serve him in the duty to come." He lays his head back on a pile of gold and then sits the girls down. They are soon stacking his gold in pile and doing their best to count them.
Vrurt comes forward as does Kenisha to stand before Brahmah, as one they speak. "I must stay here with my girl to see to her needs." They each kiss him on the cheek and smile sadly. Kenisha hugs him and speak softly into his ear. "My wishes and blessings go with you and let Kanchana know the dragons true reason for his request...I am not sure if it will mean anything." She then steps back to lounge on a large padded futon.
[Rythiniag gives you the name of the small village and its location. Though he lets you know that it will take three days to travel there.]
Brahmah Friday April 23rd, 2004 1:46:17 AM
"That's truly a noble reason Rathiniag. Trade and contracts are binding, but reds, I'm sure, don't see it that way." He shakes his head. "Kanchana didn't mean anything by her actions, she's just one with nature and doesn't want anything to happen that might harm the balance. I see that. In fact, if she get anything in her head, she sticks to it, more often than not."
"As for travel and paths, can you tell us the easiest way their. Looking at the mountain earlier, it didn't seem like a promising trail from the mouth of your lair. Is there an easier way?" He waits for the dragons reply, then pats the dragon on the foot. "Your unbelievable Rathiniag, I trust you, never having met you before. I knew we could come to an understanding. Did you want us to return to you after the deed is done?"
He gives Kenisha a great hug. "Be well. Take care of my little niece." He moves over to Domisha. "Mind your mother and look after this kind dragon." He gives her a peck on the forehead. "Be good." He taps her nose and turns to the Chosen. "Chosen, lets move. We need to catch up to the druid before something happens."
Then something comes to Brahmah like a slap in the face. "What of the Floating City, will you take them there Rathiniag? Is that where we are to meet them later, if at all?"
Flat-top Friday April 23rd, 2004 8:36:57 AM
Flat-top stands there in frount of the golden one, as the Dragon put his hand down and actuly let's the children play with his mountain of gold coins. Whith his head bowed Flat-top ask of Rythiniag, "Please forgive me for my reaction just then, You see these little one are like my own colts. So I reacted like the silly farther that I though I was."
Then to Domisha and Malamin, Flat-top kisses their cheeks telling them, Now listen to me now, Your have a great Friend here (pointing to the huge Dragon) be good, don't make him mad AND don't brake anything! you hear."
To Kenisha and Vrurt, who he hugs (one under each arm) and kisses them both on the cheek, "Take good care of the little ones and each other. Don't cry! We'll meet you both back here or at the Floating City soon".
Flat-top turns, sadly walk away to join the rest of the party. To Brahmah and the others, "We better catch Kanchana before she gets into trouble." Flat-top put a smile on his face, mumbling "Cute isn't She"
Kenisha (ceil) Friday April 23rd, 2004 8:46:37 AM
Kenisha will take Domisha in her arm and nurse her. She does not want Domishe see the tears in her eyes, after all this is the first time that she will be seperated from the group. She prayes to Domi "Please take care of Your Children as they go to do your bidding". Vrurt silently agrees, "Amen" she whispers, "But how will they get down that rope??"
Leets Friday April 23rd, 2004 12:36:03 PM
The Centaur Paladin can't help but feel bad about his own behaviour and Kanchana's reaction...
On the way to the exit, he thinks aloud.
"I don't think we're making a bad choice by helping Rythiniag. Red ones are perfectly conscious of what they do, and still they're cruel and...and...evil."
Leets then thinsk of what will happen when they'll have to fight Marteaus followers...
Toros Friday April 23rd, 2004 9:13:39 PM
Toros remains silence, as he listens the Gold Dragon and the reactions from the Chosen.
Then he takes the spear that Vasch left to give it back, thinking what he is going to say to him. Following others he leaves the liar, having given one last look to the children, and Dragon.
Kanchana Saturday April 24th, 2004 8:43:17 AM
Kanchana thinks about this awful dilemma she is in - on the one hand she has her duty to see to the well being of the children and then Chosen, on the other she has her duty to preserve life and hunting babies; or children, just comes across as immoral and wrong to her. Thinking of their mission and responsibility to the children Kanchana turns back for the lair to have words with Rythiniag. Kanchana has a few ideas on how to go about this hunt. As she passes the others leaving the lair she doesn't say anything, she just looks determined and at the same time unsettled. Whatever reasons the dragon has for his request doesn't matter for Kanchana at the moment. Also she hates to admit to herself that she was rash for leaving, but she was upset and having a lot of trouble dealing with the request.
"Rythiniag, before we do anything of what you asked I have three things that I must ask of you. Maybe demand might be a more apt word?" Kanchana stares straight into the gold dragon's eyes as she speaks and her gaze does not waver. "First. You gave no indications that you even possess the knowledge of the location that we seek. If you do know where this Floating City is then take Vrurt, Kenisha, Domisha and Melanin there forthwith." Kanchana takes a breather to steady herself; it takes a lot bravery to make demands of a dragon! "When we either remove or destroy the mother's children, she will hunt us, and then our cubs will be in far more danger than ever before. Therefore they need to be made safe in the city first. *breather* Second. Is there any way to remove the dragon offspring without killing them? What sounds does a dragon mother make when she calls to her young? Maybe we can lure them out and away from the lair before dealing with them? I am certain that they have ambush places in the lair and that they will no doubt fly if they can." Still bravely standing her ground Kanchana makes her final statement. "Finally, we will need some form of protection from the mother. If you have returned from the city and we have completed your task, then you will need to deal with her. She is most likely beyond our skills."
Now Kanchana waits to hear if the dragon agrees, or decides to have her for lunch.
((OOC: Kanchana will memorize these spells; since they have travel time, they might as well sleep and prepare spells too. Druid (4, 3, 2) 0 Level (4): Create Water**, Detect Magic*, Read Magic* 1st Level (2 +1(bonus)): Obscuring Mist**, Pass without Trace* 2nd Level (1 +1 (bonus)): Resist Energy*, Soften Earth and Stone Wizard (4, 3) 0 Level (4): Acid Splash**, Ghost Sound*, Read Magic* 1st Level (2 +1(bonus)): Mage Armor*, Magic Missile**))
Flat-top Saturday April 24th, 2004 9:19:13 AM
Flat-top is about to Decend the rope, when along passes Kanchana them and into Rythiniag's Lair. Flat-top tip-hoof(as quitly as he can with those mithril hoof knuckle of his) over to the opening, peeking in on her. He motions to Brahmah to come over, "Captain! listen to the She-Weinic talk to the dragon". His jaw drops when She makes her demands. Flat-top ask of Brahmah, "Remind me to NEVER argue with that She-Cat!"
Kenisha and Domisha(ceil) Saturday April 24th, 2004 9:26:15 AM
Kenisha is suprized to see Kanchana come back into the dragon Lair, She is even more suprized when she make her demands, She smiles whispering to Vrurt "I wish her luck, Go Girl!"
Domisha is getting sleepy ask her mother, "Mommie! Are we in trouble?"
Kenisha answers her, "No! Dear! go to sleep now."
Rythiniag the Gold. (DM Jim) Saturday April 24th, 2004 2:35:54 PM
Rythiniag watches as the strange four-leggers perform some strange custom. He has seen it many times before but never done it himself. He swings his head back to Brahmah and nods in understanding. "There is a path that should lead you up to the lair, if it is not blocked. It is marked by the fairies tear." He shakes his head and then frowns, if a dragon can frown. "I did not take her actions wrong...she has morals. You will need to return here to pick up your friends as I cannot take them to the Float directly...there is a black arch that will lead you there. Even I cannot find the Float itself, just how to get to it." With this final confession he seems to bristle a little. "The Float has another arch there that you will appear at...the rune I will give you is only useable once for there and back." He watches as the group leaves and he sighs in consideration, hoping that they take some care.
Rythiniag turns back as he feels the return of the druidess. He swings his head back around and does not let his eyes leave hers as he listens. "I could take them to the arch good druidess, but then you would have to find it on your own. I will personally take all of you there if that will make you feel better." He does not even seem angry that she is making demands of him, just pleased. Very few people have what it takes to talk this way to a dragon. "You are right about them flying and they most likely will. As for the sound their mother would make to call them, that is something specific for every dragon. It could never be duplicated." With his tail he pushes a little stick out to the druidess. "This will help with some of your worries...fire protection it will give you." His eyes rove over to catch the male, Flat-top, at the entrance and he smiles again. "Please bring it back to me if you can."
With a sly smile the dragon looks to the druidess and then nods again. Taking a large skin he takes a claw and spikes his hand. Several drops of blood fall into the flask, filling it quickly. "After the task is done...splatter this around a little. She will not pay attention to other smells with mine there. I will do my best to deal with her far from the village." You can see something in his eyes and hear it in his voice that he may not survive this encounter. He is getting old and she is a lot younger than him. "I wish an oath from you druidess...one given to one of the ancient races and before Domi." He waits a few minutes to let this sink in before he continues. "If something should happen to me...get my treasure to the village somehow. I would see them prosper from it." It seems like a strange request from a dragon, given their greed for treasure. Seems he may have more of an interest in the town besides as a trade partner.
[Resist Energy, fire Wand - druid 2nd level caster]
Brahmah Sunday April 25th, 2004 12:35:22 AM
Brahmah listen to the dragon give his ideas, and nods in agreement. He looks at Kanchana, with an unreadable look, then back at the dragon. "I will make sure the town recieves it... if anything happens. On my honor. I feel that you will prevale." He looks back at Kanchana.
Kanchana Sunday April 25th, 2004 3:55:10 AM
Kanchana continues to look only at the dragon as she thinks about his request. "You haven't told me if there is any way to remove the wyrmlings without killing them. Is there any way?" Kanchana takes the wand and the vial of blood from the dragon. She feels some one staring at her and turns her head slightly as Brahmah speaks. She cannot figure out his expression and wonders what he is thinking about. When Brahmah finishes speaking to the dragon she continues. "If I can return this wand to you I will. Regarding the treasure, I am not certain how we will transport all of this to that village. Would it not be better to show the elders of the village the way here instead?" She looks sad when the dragon says that he might die. As Kanchana waits for the dragon to answer her question about the wyrmlings. She looks over to Brahmah with a neutral expression and tries to see if she can figure him out.
Flat-top Sunday April 25th, 2004 8:04:29 AM
Flat-top enters with Brahmah, look at the mountain of treasure, "Oh! Great One! You'll survive after all you are a Gold Dragon." He thinking of months of back bracking hauling. He look up at the Dragon again, "What ever our Captain said, goes for me too."
Vasch Sunday April 25th, 2004 2:11:52 PM
Vasch waits outside the cave for the others to finish their discussion with the dragon.
"Speak of gifts and then brush away those that are given..." He says looking out over the lands below the mountain. More blood-shed caused on this quest...more yet to be spilled...
Vasch looks down at his opened hands, So much blood... "Tomi we seek to unite all the taurs, but I fear that when that once done the blood on these hands will so great how could I..."
Rythiniag the Gold, amendment. (DM Jim) Sunday April 25th, 2004 4:22:01 PM
The dragon looks to the lot that came back and nods his head. Turning back to Kanchana he shakes his head. "There is little other way to get them out. They would not willingly leave and tricking them out would be impossible. They are deep in the cave, much like you had to travel to get to my own lair." Shaking his head he once again tries to come up with something. "Aside from putting them to sleep and moving them, which would be nay impossible...after all we are all mightily resistant to magic. Still you are willing to try whatever you think may work, for if there is no killing than there will be no fight...well maybe." You can already tell what he is getting at, after all it is reasonable deduction. She will return to her lair with the kids and continue what she is currently doing.
Brahmah Sunday April 25th, 2004 6:20:26 PM
As the leader of the Chosen, Brahmah knows life may not be easy if he doesn't take into account the entire group. He looks to the druidess, who is seemly the most vocal about the situation. He says one word to her, "Coming?" He askes it in a non-judgemental, non-confrontive kind of way, with a look of concern and curiousity on his face.
Kanchana Sunday April 25th, 2004 7:20:41 PM
Kanchana smiles in a sad sort of way at Brahmah; it is a reflection of the inner turmoil she feels. Hoping he sees her expression for what it really reflects she answers, "Yes, I will come. I have a duty to you all and I will not dishonor that duty. I cannot say that I agree with what we must do though." She fervently hopes that she is not going to cause any more problems for Brahmah and the others. She greatly appreciates Brahmah not judging her, especially since he would be in his full right to do so. Kanchana makes some small moves indicating that she isn't quite sure what to do with herself. "I do this only for the children and for the Chosen, not for anyone or anything else." Kanchana glances quickly and somewhat nervously at Rythiniag as she says this. "Rythiniag, our time is not our own. I suggest that we show the elders of this village of yours where the gold is and how to defend it rather than moving it to the village directly and risking other tribes attacking them for their great wealth. Greed is a powerful vice after all." Kanchana puts the vial of blood and the wand into her haversack. "Captain, you must know that I fear that we perhaps may die trying to destroy these little dragons. However these items from Rythiniag will help us greatly I am certain." She starts to inch her way out of the lair as she speaks; basically it is best to get going and get this all over with quickly. To the dragon Kanchana says in parting, "thank you for letting us take these items to assist us. May we all be blessed with good fortune." Unless anyone has anything more to say to her she will leave the lair to meet up with the others. Kanchana wonders how everyone fared with the incline when she took her rope with her before they travelled to the lair on the way in!
Brahmah Sunday April 25th, 2004 10:28:13 PM
"Kanchana, you can just support us. I don't expect you to carry out anything you don't feel right with. Leave the dirty business to me."
"We all die Kanchana. The only mystery is, how and when. I choose the way I go. This is a good cause."
Gecktar Monday April 26th, 2004 7:21:22 AM
Back from the cave, Gecktar hear the Golden one speaking about killing young Red dragons. He is almost paralized thinking their presence will shake him as with the Golden, but he hopes his faith will help him to face the challenge.
Flat-top Monday April 26th, 2004 7:28:42 AM
Flat-top listens with arms cross on his chest. "Well said Sweets(talking to Kanchana)We Do Need You, your a vital part to us. Come! trot with me as we inch our way to our faith." To Leet, Flat-top ask "Leets! Does your celestrial dog, disaper to another Realm? Or Does He Blink to another place on this wold? Maybe we can do this without spilling too much blood??"
Managram(ceil) Monday April 26th, 2004 7:34:52 AM
Managram pick up his ears at the mention of his name, Then look at his master with a wonder in his bark "HuuH?"
Toros Monday April 26th, 2004 1:49:50 PM
Toros brought the spear back to Vasch, with the hope that he will take it.
"The Dragon wanted you to take it, Vasch." he said.
He will stand near Vasch, while they wait for the others.
Vasch Monday April 26th, 2004 3:25:51 PM
Toros comes out and reaches out holding the spear. Vasch reaches out and takes it. "Thanks. What are they waiting for? It's not like we have a choice in this."
He looks back over his shoulder into the cave. "Toros, let me ask you something...do you ever feel like we're trying to do the immpossible?" He turns and stare back out over the landscape. "It's just that when I died Tomi said that I was too eager to spill blood. But when I look forward to what we have yet to do I feel as though I am going to drown in what is yet to be spilled."
Toros Monday April 26th, 2004 7:34:45 PM
"It is same for me Vasch, in fact I do not have any clear idea about what is waiting us there, the blood spilled can be ours as well as innocents. But, I am going to follow to whereever we all go and do my best to do the right thing at the right time."
The Climb. (DM Jim) Monday April 26th, 2004 10:46:08 PM
The group gathers back outside of the cave and look further up the mountainside. There is no apparent good course to take up the mountain. Brahmah remembers the words of the dragon though, "the crying fairy marks the path". That does seem a little cryptic but still maybe they should have a look around (spot check 16 or search check 16).
Brahmah d20+5=19 d20+4=21 d20+7=9 Tuesday April 27th, 2004 12:05:04 AM
Brahmah thanks Rathiniag and tells him that the Chosen might see them later.
(Spot 19, Search 21, Survival 9) Brahmah prepares to move, looking around for 'faerie marks', he misses the hazards he was also looking for.
Having left the cave, Brahmah calls for Pah'caw. *Whistles* "Pah'caw."
Toros d20+3=4 Tuesday April 27th, 2004 1:41:52 AM
Toros is almost blinded with his own thoughts, he hardly notices anything.
Leets Tuesday April 27th, 2004 3:50:13 AM
The Centaur paladin reamins thoughtful as Kanchana deals with the dragon. However, he can't help but smile at the Druidess' way of solving this situation...Definitively, Domi hasn't gathered all those Taurs for nothing, and all will have their part to play before all is over... Finally, he answers Flat-Top as the group leaves:
"Oh...? I wonder if Managarm could bring such a big thing with him...How big did you say they were? Otherwise, I could try to tie them too...I used to do it with sheeps and sometimes cows when I was a herdsman...Maybe I could try to do the same..."
Flat-top d20+6=22 d20+4=21 Tuesday April 27th, 2004 8:29:23 AM
OOC: Spot check 22 - Search Check 21.
As Flat-top and Leets exits together, Flat-top reminds Leets, "Remember when you were being pulled down into the earth by that earth elemental?? It was Managram that saved you by Blinking to you then blinking you both back to us. Since very young dragonetts are the size of Centaurs, we could get the one at a time and Managram could take them to either the celestral plain or some where far away from here and leave them there. Do you think he could do that?
All the time Flat-top is searching for something diffrent on the path or ground that might be Fairy Marks.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday April 27th, 2004 8:38:16 AM
Paw'caw hears a whistle and her name yelled by her Master. She jumps into the air and swiftly flies to him, carefuly landing on his shoulder. Looking at him as if to say 'Yes! Master?'.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=16 Tuesday April 27th, 2004 8:44:02 AM
Managram walks in frount of Leets (to be sure the the centaurs are behind him, That big dog sure has a hot breath) He sniff here and there just to see if there is something new around.
OOC: spot check 16.
Kanchana d20+3=11 d20+6=8 Tuesday April 27th, 2004 5:00:06 PM
Kanchana looks around for whatever it is that most everyone seems to be looking for. She has no clue what it is so she just goes through the motions of searching! "What are you looking for? More traps? Tracks?" Kanchana looks back to the cave they just left and fervently hopes that they will see the children and their mothers again. Her thoughts keep straying to thoughts about how hunting these dragons seems so alike to the Marteans hunt for the children, and what might happen to the children if the Chosen fail to return. She wishes that there were some plants to distract her from these dark thoughts.
(Search 11, Spot 8)
Vasch d20+9=24 d20+9=21 d20+3=12 d20+7=26 d20+7=24 Tuesday April 27th, 2004 7:54:39 PM
As the other come out of the cave Vasch stands talking with Toros.
On hearing the direction of the dragon, Vasch goes with the others to look for the signs.
The Climb. (DM Jim) Tuesday April 27th, 2004 9:28:54 PM
Managarm is the first to find the rock that is shaped like a fairy with markings on the face that look like tears. The rest of the group comes up to actually find him urinating on the piece of stone.
A search around the stone finds a path that actually leads on up the mountain and it is much nicer than the other climb would have been (climb check 12). Still the climb is a little hard on you and you are glad that the children are safe in Rythiniag's lair. You have started to notice a few more of those evergreen trees from earlier. It appears that they prosper pretty good up here, where it is getting colder.
Kanchana d20+2=19 d20+10=16 d20+10=24 d20+3=8 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 3:02:06 AM
Kanchana is happy to see the unusual evergreens again. She practically sprints up the mountain to the evergreens. For the sake of keeping herself preoccupied she picks up a few more pine cones and studies them to see if they are indeed the same species as earlier. On a whim she attempts to juggle three or four pine cones and does a miserable job. Kanchana hasn't really registered the path as such yet or the fairy tear stones. She watches the others make their way up the mountain as she puts the few pine cones into her haversack.
Brahmah d20=19 d20+8=20 d20+8=9 d20+5=19 d20+5=9 d20+4=9 d20+9=22 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 5:41:17 AM
(Climb 19, Geography 20, Nature 9, Listen 19, Spot 9, Search 9, Survival 22[to avoid natural hazards and looking for potential tracks other than ours])
With Brahmah's Endurance, he feels more envigorated than exhausted climbing the mountain. However, the air seems to be getting thinner, so his breathing is a little labored.
He remembers what the gold told him, trying to stay on the path, or at least near.
The ranger, happy in his present surroundings, is nearly oblivious to anything unusual going on around him. Listening to the pleasant peace of the mountain is refreshing. He's happy to outside again, out of that confining cave.
He calls for Pah'caw. "Look ahead for us, would you? Watch for danger." He gives the bird a piece of meat from his pack.
Leets Wednesday April 28th, 2004 6:10:38 AM
Leets cautiously follows the track, behind Brahmah since he is no expert at this kind of things. He will mostly be vigilant about any kind of threat, since they are probably walking near another dragon's lair...
"I would have prefered another sign to show us the way...It's never a good thing to see a fairy crying..."
Leets will cast detect evil regularly on the way, especially searching for...a red dragon.
Flat-top Wednesday April 28th, 2004 8:00:54 AM
Flat-top waits for an answer to his question from Leets, when he see that Kanchana lagging behind. "I'll be right back!" He tell Leets. then he wait for her, "Come Kitten, Don't lagg behind or get off the trail with a Red Dragon flying about. You'll have a better chance with the rest of us. Don't worry I'm trying to figure a way Not to Kill them, but to displace them."
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+3=13 d20+15=33 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 8:12:14 AM
Paw'caw jump into the air, rises to a high level (She's use to the thin air), She tries to spot any danger that migh supprise her master, at the same time tries to hear of any odd noise. Flying in her lazy eight pattern.
OOC: listens 13 - Spots 33
Managram(ceil) d20+5=9 d20+5=21 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 8:20:55 AM
Managram is going a little ahead of the group, sniffing here and there, when he has an erge to go. So when he come accross this large rock hemark it with his water. 'There!' He tells himself, 'If they get lost, they know I was here!'.
Vasch d20+9=13 d20+9=29 d20+7=15 d20+5=22 d20+3=23 d20+3=16 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 10:21:08 AM
Vasch leads the way bowing to Managram keen scent. "Let's keep ourselves wired tight. I doubt this one will be as friendly as the last." Vasch says as he looks back to the others. This isn't a picnic in the forest...why do they always act as though it is?
Toros d20+2=16 d20=3 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 6:27:22 PM
Toros starts climbing, following the others. (16>12). He has still many thoughts in his mind, keeping him busy. He just gives enough attention to follow the path without losing any of the Chosen. (spot check, 3)
The Climb. (DM Jim) Wednesday April 28th, 2004 10:02:40 PM
As Kanchana stops and plays with the pinecones that are exactly like the ones that she had seen earlier, the rest continue on a little farther. Flat-top comes back to get his little kitten and keep her close to him. He also tries to eleviate some of her worries about killing the baby reds.
Brahmah moves on up the path when he stops in his tracks. In the somewhat softer area of the mountain trail he sees booted tracks. Vasch had been looking them over already when he came up but the others were far enough back to give him a little time.
Paw'caw comes flying down to land gently on Brahmah's shoulder and nuzzles his face gently. It seems that she is trying to tell him something.
Brahmah d20+8=22 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 11:52:24 PM
The leader hushes and halts the groups movement so that he can more closely steady the prints. He gets on his knees and examines the boot prints.
(Were they human?! Were they moving toward Rathiniag's Lair, or toward the Reds? Were they headed our way or up the mountain?! Brahmah's second favored enemy is human.)
Then Pah'caw returns with information. (Wild Empathy check 22) "What is it?" He whispers to her.
Gecktar d20+3=4 d20+3=18 Thursday April 29th, 2004 5:29:19 AM
Gecktar follows the group with a bad taste in his mouth. The taste of failure... He has not been able to stay in the presence of the mighty beast... And then they are going to meet another one... Will he succed this time ? Gecktar is lost in his thoughts when suddenly Brahmah stops to examine some tracks on the ground. Gecktar shake his head to banish his dark mood and stay alert.
OOC Spot 4 ; Listen 18
Vasch d20+9=27 d20+9=17 d20+7=27 d20+5=11 d20+3=21 d20+3=19 Thursday April 29th, 2004 10:25:16 AM
Vasch looks down over the tracks in the softer ground. Tracks...could it be someone from the village...or maybe the red has friends He shudders at the thought of them walking into a trap with a mother, an exceptionally dangerous one, protecting her young. Tomi, let it not be a trap...
He tries to make note of the size, number and direction of travel.
The other eventually come to meet Vasch over the tracks. "We've got company up here." He says still studying the prints. "Could be just villagers, but...everyone stay alert."
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday April 29th, 2004 1:48:39 PM
Paw'caw (now that she has her master attention), flies to kanchana (as she juggles the pine cones) Grab one pine cones in har beak, then flies by again and grab two more pine cones (one in each claw). She then flies back to To her master. She put the three pine cones down next to a tree (alittle ways into the path), Paw'caw sort of walks alittle way down the path to where the red Dragon Cave, then she flies on one of the branches, Calling out "Skreeech!" flies to another tree and skreeches once again.
Kanchana Thursday April 29th, 2004 3:16:52 PM
Pah'caw's antics make Kanchana laugh. Kanchana smiles just a little. "I appreciate that you are thinking of a way to avoid killing the younglings Flat-top. Sadly I fear that we might have to do just that; kill them, if we wish to see our cubs again." Kanchana starts to quickly walk towards the others so she isn't lagging too far behind. "How do you plan to displace the wyrmlings?" Kanchana is absolutely interested in hearing Flat-top's plan. She will walk beside Flat-top on the way up the mountain until he is needed elsewhere. "I want you to know that I will do what I can to help with this "quest" we are undertaking. I will not desert the Chosen. I believe the Mother and Father would be less forgiving of me if I were not there for you all when you might need me."
Flat-top Thursday April 29th, 2004 4:37:36 PM
"Well Kitten, we would disable the red chick, if you want to call them that. Managram is a celestral dog. He would grab a part of them and blink to another plane, let go, then blink back to us. If Leets think it is safe for him." Flat-top tell Kanchana his plan.
But see the thing that Paw'caw is doing, He ask Brahmah "Captain, I think your bird is trying to warn you of something or someone??"
Managram(ceil) d20+5=21 d20+5=7 Thursday April 29th, 2004 4:46:24 PM
Managram watches Paw'caw antics, She seem to be warning her master?? So Managram advances to the path she want him to go, he'll will listen and try to spot anything at should not be there. Sniff the air, he look down the path, He sees nothing. But just in case he barks "Bark Bark Grrr!".
OOC: Listen 21 - Spot 7 (blind dog)
The Climb. (DM Jim) Friday April 30th, 2004 12:52:15 AM
Vasch is able to tell that they are humanoid tracks, boot prints actually. He is uncertain to what type of creature it belongs too though. A closer look reveals the print to have a more military appearance to them. This was the first sign he has seen of the tracks on the way up.
With the sudden barking of Managarm you hear movement further up the path. It appears that whatever is ahead of you is now aware that you are there. There is the sound of running booted feet up ahead as well, moving away from you.
Brahmah Friday April 30th, 2004 2:50:12 AM
(OOC:Brahmah should know exactly what type of creature it is, look at my previouc posts.)
IC: Assuming that he didn't stop and hush the group fast enough, Brahmah realizes, "They must be human. Those footfalls are bipedal. Let's see what happens, let's continue on."
OOC: Is the path surrounded by bushes and vegetation? How many rounds before the group reaches the Chosen?
Leets Friday April 30th, 2004 3:09:20 AM
"Boots? Humans? The hoof is lughter than the foot, let's see who's hinding over there! Managarm, come on!"
Leets will move as quickly as possible to try to have a glance, at least, at who's fleeing.
(Detect evil)
Flat-top Friday April 30th, 2004 8:35:22 AM
Flat-top puts a hand on Kanchana's arm, "Hear that? There's more than one, must be Three or more like Paw'caw tried to tell us. Hmmm! I'll bet it's an ambush, but why us?? Nobody knows were on this path except the Gold Dragon?? It must be raiders going to the Red Dragon cave. Stay close we might need you, Kitten."
Flat-top advances slowly.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=17 d20+5=9 Friday April 30th, 2004 8:48:30 AM
OOC: Listen 17 - Spot 9(Oh! Yes! Blind Dog)
Managram take off with Leets and is just a little bit ahead of his master. 'The chase is on. Now they going to get it!' The dog heads for the sound.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday April 30th, 2004 8:51:56 AM
Paw'caw Jumps from tree to tree. Then back again to see if her master is following.
Gecktar Friday April 30th, 2004 9:09:18 AM
Hearing those military steps closing, he takes his hammer in one hand and his shield in the other ready to face an attack.
Vasch d20+9=14 d20+9=24 d20+7=26 d20+5=14 d20+3=8 d20+3=10 Friday April 30th, 2004 12:51:02 PM
"Settle down, everyone." Vasch says very abruptly. "We may have been able to sneak-up on them before, but now with all of your playing and carrying on they're running and now it will be harder to find anything out. Brahmah, send Paw'caw ahead and at least let us know if we're walking into a trap." He turns and looks again slowly starts to follow the footsteps. "Let them run, we have a trail we can follow."
Toros d20+4=16 d20+3=14 Friday April 30th, 2004 7:24:29 PM
Not to leave him alone Toros will follow Vasch in a backing position. He will also ready his whip for an expected encounter with humans. (listen 16, spot 14)
Surprise
Needles in the Trees. (DM Jim) d20+12=13 d20+12=18 d20+12=18 d6+4=6 d6+4=6 d6+4=9 Friday April 30th, 2004 10:52:12 PM
The group only hears one set of feet running away and that is in the other direction, away from you. The others moved a little but then there was no more noise to hear.
Leets charges ahead with Managarm leading him by a little bit of distance. Suddenly from behind a tree flies a javelin that streaks towards Managarm (hit: 13, damage: 6). From another tree comes another jevelin that flies at Managarm (hit: 18, damage: 6). The last javelin streaks at Leets himself (hit: 18, damage: 9). Leets gets a quick glimpse of an orc as he throws the javelin at him.
The others are tailing him up and will also see the orcs throwing javelins at Managarm and Leets. You can only guess that the retreating person is another orc as well.
[Leets consider yourself flat-footed for this first attack. Managarm should also be considered flat-footed as well for this round.]
Brahmah Saturday May 1st, 2004 1:56:34 AM
Brahmahs tattoo glows brightly, as he points in the general direction of the fleeing figure.
(Centered on the movement[upto 440ft away], 40ft radius spread, duration one minute, Reflex save for partial, DC 11)
[Edited by Jay's request]
Kanchana d20=15 d20+3=13 d20+4=12 d20+5=22 d20+5=16 Saturday May 1st, 2004 3:38:17 AM
Kanchana watches Leets and Managarm get attacked. Seeing that the javelins are coming from attackers hiding in the trees she draws her scimitar and signals to who ever is closest that she intends to try to flank the enemies hiding in the trees. Kanchana hopes that someone will assist her with this.
((OOC: Sorry for missing yesterday's post, I have been doing a lot for prep work for my son's b-day.))
Managram 15hp/27hp(ceil) Saturday May 1st, 2004 7:48:20 AM
Maqnagram is suprised by the attacks on him *blinks* away into another realm, but does not come back??
Flat-top d8+1=7 Saturday May 1st, 2004 8:26:29 AM
OOC: Heal (tattoo)6+1 (skills)= 7hp
Flat-top runs to Leets side Taking his Morning Star from around his neck, at the same time touching Leets with the other hand, Wispers the words 'Heal'. His tattoo glows then fades, curing Leets of 7 hp of damages.
Vasch d20+5=20 d20+9=18 d20+3=10 d20+6=16 2d6(6+2)=8 Saturday May 1st, 2004 2:47:52 PM
Leets and Managram go running by Vasch as he still looks down at the tracks. Why me...
As they get out of sight, Vasch hears the sounds of battle. I knew it...trap. Vasch bound towards the sounds of battle pulling his bow as he moves.
As he gets into view of the battle, he will take notice of one of the orcs and fire. [One arrow- AC16 and 8 points of damage]
[Listen DC20, Spot DC18, Balance DC10]
Gecktar d20+6=18 d8+1=7 Saturday May 1st, 2004 6:03:09 PM
Gecktar being ready to fight, immediately entone a song and a prayer to Domi to create a weapon of might that will strike the enemies.
OOC: cast Spiritual Weapon that attacks the farthest orc (up to 140 ft) hit 18 damage 7
Toros d20+4=16 d20+3=15 Saturday May 1st, 2004 8:03:34 PM
"Orcs! What do they do here? Another hunting for the Chosen or what!? Hope Managram is OK" Thinks Toros witnessing what has happened all a sudden. Initially he can not determine what to do, should he use the whip, draw another weapon, start one of his songs to encourage his friends or cast one of his readied spells. And they also do not know all about their opponents, maybe there are more to come. (listen 16 and spot 15)
Then he casts shield of faith on himself and draws the magical battleaxe. This is an unidentified arm but maybe it is time to use it.
He starts following his friends to fight against the orcs.
OOC: Happy birthday-birthweek to your son, Kanchana!! How old is he now..?
Leets Sunday May 2nd, 2004 2:44:55 PM
The Centaur paladin gets completely surprised by the sudden assault.
"Managarm! Oh! Where are you... Ouch!!!"
As himself receives a javelin that bites deep in his shoulder, he yells:
"Stop it! Stop it right now! NOW!!!We are Domi's Chosen and we search no troubles with you!"
However, he'll draw his morningstar.
Needles from the Trees. (DM Jim) d20+12=28 d20+12=13 d20+12=17 d6+4=10 d6+4=8 d6+4=6 d20+4=19 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 12:40:59 AM
The orcs take in the reactions of the group with better training than is expected of their kind. One of the orcs yells something in orcish at Leets and then throws another javelin at him (hit: 28, damage: 10).
The other two orcs lob their own javelins at Flat-top as he draws near and applies healing to Leets (hit: 13/17, damage: 8/6).
You hear the last orc, but cannot see him, slow for only a few minutes and then his running continues on.
As the others prepare for battle, Vasch pulls back on his bow and lets an arrow fly. It glances off the tree that the orc is partially behind. The orc that had yelled at Leets earlier finds himself smacked hard by the spiritual weapon that was summoned.
Brahmah Tuesday May 4th, 2004 2:38:48 AM
Brahmah moves toward the nearest orc, drawing his weapons. (Defensive)
Gecktar (AC 20 hp 40) 2d8(6+7)+3=16 d20+6=16 d8+1=6 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 4:07:35 AM
Gecktar with his weapon drawn, come close to Leets and chant another prayer. His hand glowing with a pale white light, he touches Leets that can feel the restoring energy of a healing spell.
(OOC : use Calm Emotion spell to Cast cure moderate wounds 2d8+3 giving 16hp back to Leets)
During this time the hammer strikes the same orc (hit 16 damage 6)
Active spell : spiritual weapon (1rd left)
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22+2 (shield of faith)) d20+4=19 d20+8=18 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 6:04:42 AM
From 15 ft distance Toros will try to trip one of the Orcs with his whip, wrapping it around one of his leg. (touch attack, ranged, 19 against orcs AC touch). If successful strength check with size bonus +4 (18) against orcs dexterity or strength check (whichever is higher). If tripped, orc will become prone (-4 to melee AC, +4 to ranged AC). Hopefully this will provide suitable melee attack positions for his friends against the orc.
Kanchana (HP 41, AC 17) d20=13 d20+3=13 d20+4=6 d20+5=18 d20+5=14 d20+4=24 d8=8 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 7:09:26 AM
Kanchana continues to sneak around the orcs to try and flank them. When she is within striking distance she will attack the nearest orc with her scimitar (hit AC 24, 8 dmg).
(Hide 13, Search 13, Listen 6, Move Silently 18, Spot 14) (Attack with scimitar hit AC 24 for 8 pts dmg)
Leets Tuesday May 4th, 2004 8:23:11 AM
The Centaur paladin tries to find some cover behind his shield as he moves forward to the trees some orcs are throwing javelins from. He welcomes the help provided by Gecktar and Flat-Top, but firmly shakes his morningstar.
"Let's show those ones what we think of their javelins - hand to hand way!"
With thoughts for Managarm (empathy), Leets will try to reach for close combat.
Vasch d20+4=10 d20+4=24 d20+4=17 d20+9=15 2d6(2+6)=8 4d6(5+5+3+1)=14 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 8:38:02 AM
Vasch takes note of the two throwing javelins at Flat-top as he goes to help and quickly lets two arrows fly towards them.
[OOC: Vasch will adjust 5 ft. closer after firing]
[Spot DC15]
Managram(ceil)[20AC - 21/27hp] d20+5=23 d6+3=9 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 8:38:19 AM
Managram *Blinks* in again, this time in back of the Ork that hurt his master and takes a bit in the most painful spot he can sink his teeth into. He will hold on to do the most damaged as posible or until Leets calls him.
OOC: attack 23 - damages 9hp.
Flat-top[ 22AC - 71/85hp] d20+13=32 d20+9=28(critical?) d8+8=15 d8+8=14 d8+8=14 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 9:11:17 AM
Flat-top sees the Orc (with the suprize look on his face)that hit Leets, he charges at with Morning Star in hand, hitting him twice once this way(right to left) then again the left to right swing. then as an after though spits in the Orcs face.
Paw'caw[17Ac- 17/17hp] d20+5=18 d4+2=6 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 9:33:06 AM
Paw'caw sees that her master is looking down the trail (She thinks he going for help)at the fleeing Ork, She dives and hit him in side of his face with her talons. Then flys off into the sky again.
OOC: Attack Talons 18ac - Damages 6hp.
Needles in the Pines. (DM Jim) d20+10=25 2d4(2+3)+6=11 d20+10=29 d20+10=28 2d4(3+4)+6=13 4d4(1+1+4+3)+6=15 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 11:34:18 PM
Brahmah reaches the closest orc and draws his sword, while going on the defensive. Suddenly Kanchana appears behind him and slashes him in the side.
Gecktar applies more healing to Leets and stares on at the fight. His hammer has little luck this time hitting the orc as it whistles harmlessly by his head.
Toros easily pulls the closest orc off his feat and much to his dismay or pleasure Flat-top steps in at that time and literally mashes the thing into mush.
Leets reaches the lead orc just as his friend, Managarm, pops up behind him and bites it on the tender parts.
Vasch finds one of his arrows flying wildly into the mountains, but his other one whistles past Brahmah as he moves to engage the orc. It strikes dead on, taking the orc in the shoulder.
Paw'caw is just barely able to strike the retreating orc as he is running somewhere. With reckless abandon the orc slips into a more rocky area that Paw'caw cannot fly into.
The orc by Flat-top and Toros is mash into a nice little stain on the ground, never to rise again.
The orc by Brahmah and Kanchana is hurt badly and seems to be maybe having second thought. Still he presses his attack as he draws his falchion. Seeing the one behind him as a block to his retreat he turns on her (hit: 25, damage: 11).
The orc by Leets and Managarm snarls in rage as he pulls his own falchion. He whirls on Managarm thrusting his sword at the dog (hit: 29*crit28*, damage: 13*crit15*).
[It is apparent that the orcs are very well armored: AC 17.]
Gecktar (AC 20 hp 40) 3d8(4+1+6)+15=26 d20+6=17 d8+1=7 Wednesday May 5th, 2004 3:32:12 AM
Gecktar witnesses the hard strike that the orc gives to Managram. Seeing the wounded flank of the dog he rushes taking his wand in his hand an apply it on the dog to heal it.
(OOC use wand of CSW 15th : charges left 46, heal 26hp)
And the hammer strikes another time (hit 17, damage 7)
Toros 41-41 HP, 22 AC (shield of faith - charge) d20=12 d8+6=9 Wednesday May 5th, 2004 3:44:16 AM
With the Battleaxe in his other hand Toros will charge against the nearest orc (+2 attack and damage (liontaur feature), -2 AC) The battleaxe has also some magical attacks that is unidentified yet. (12+7,19 > Orc AC 17). Damage 9. Toros hopes to notice some magical affect from the battleaxe, as well.
Brahmah (75/75, AC 22, no longer defensive) d20+14=15 d20+8=22 2d4(3+2)+7=12 Wednesday May 5th, 2004 7:18:57 AM
Standing in position, flanking with Kanchana, Brahmah almost feels guilty cutting into the orc (almost guilty!). He then proceeds to hack into the orc that just beat on Kanchana. (Hitting AC miss[rolled natural 1] and 22 with his falchion, doing 12 damage) After striking the orc with a nasty blow using his own falchion, assuming he still lives, he then speaks. "If you wish to live, tell us why you attack?" He then draws his kukri.
Managram(ceil)[20AC- 19/27hp] Wednesday May 5th, 2004 7:36:17 AM
Managram who was hurt in the first place. But he did bite the soft spot, the only reason that this dog let go was becaus of the two Flacon hits received by that hurt Orc. As managram fall and is bleeding to death, Gecktar heals the dog Just in time, bring the dog back from the brink of death. the bleeding stops and gets up to lick his master hand.
OOC: Managram was hurt to start it, his hp was 21, the orc gave the dog two *crit hits of 13+15=28. The dog was dying at -7, BUT just in time Gecktar heals the dog of +26hp. Now Dear DM the dog now has 19hp right?? the dog is not dead Right??
Kanchana (HP 33/44, AC 16) d20+6=22 d8=7 d20=9 d20=7 Wednesday May 5th, 2004 7:38:07 AM
Kanchana reels from the blow and bleeds freely from the sizable wound. She snarls at the orc as she takes a second swing at it with her scimitar. Her blow connects solidly, hopefully the orc is now hurting big time (hit AC 22, dmg 7). She attempts two claw attacks and misses badly; lucky orc!
(Hits AC 22, 7 pts dmg; Taur Multi-Attack (secondary attacks at -5 penalty: Hits AC 9 (miss), Hits AC 7 (miss) )
Paw'caw(ceil)[AC17- 17/17hp) Wednesday May 5th, 2004 8:15:26 AM
Paw'caw attack once but then must fly off because of that runner went into a caveses and jaggard rocks. She knows she hurt that runner because she has blood on her claws. She rises to the hight of the sky, trying to see where he went but cannot. So she'll fly back to her master, to try to let him know in what direction that runner went.
Flat-top(Ac22 - 71/85hp] Wednesday May 5th, 2004 8:46:07 AM
Flat-top puts pressure with his hand on the wound on his flank. At the same time yell at Brahmah, "Hey! Captain! I think I hit this one a little hard, he's not getting up? If you don't need help, then I going to see if Leets is alright." But to Toros "Nice job Toros, that last hit of yours finish him, I wonder if he's has any infomation on him?".
Vasch (AC 20 - 32/32hp) d20+9=29 Wednesday May 5th, 2004 9:13:41 AM
Vasch seeing that things seem to be well in hand, for now. He waits, arrow notched, for any new opponents to show themselves.
[Spot-DC29]
Aftermath. (DM Jim) Wednesday May 5th, 2004 11:56:07 PM
Gecktar's hammer smashes into the orc nearly dropping him as he staggers. Gecktar meanwhile applies some healing to managarm. Toros moves in on the same orc and finishes him off neatly splitting him in two. The axe seemed to cut better than any other axe he has seen lately.
Brahmah slices into the orcs back as it turns and attacks Kanchana. He demands answers to questions in exchange for it's life. Kanchana follows up with her own attack and the orc drops his falchion, a scimitar neatly sliced into his armor. It gurgles once and then slumps on her blade.
Managarm is healed by the wand of Gecktar, much to the relief of Leets and the rest. Managarm is more of a comrade than a pet.
Vasch notches and arrow and scans the area further up for any signs. He sees nothing coming their way and the noises of the retreating orc have ceased.
Paw'caw circles trying to spot any sign of the orc that retreated but does not notice anything. It seems that the orc was able to slip away into the rockier area of the mountain.
You notice, with the fight over, that each of the three orcs is well armor and seemed to have been well trained. They wear chainmail of a nice make for goblins and their weapons are also too well made for orcs. Each one otherwise is dressed in black and an emblems appears on the clothing, that of a black slab of stone rounded at the top and flat on the bottom.
[Ceil - If the first roll you make will hit your target and falls into the critical range then you roll another d20 with all modifiers. If this roll will also hit your target's AC then it is considered a critical. Ex: Managarm's AC is 20 so a 28 would hit him and the critical for a falchion is 18-20. If you subtract the 10 modifier from that 28 you get an 18, that means that it falls into the critical range. The next roll of d20 also gets the +10 modifier. Since it also is able to hit Managarm's AC of 20 then I get to roll critical damage. Only the critical damage applies not the beginning damage. Hope this helps. This means that Managarm is most definitely not dead and actually has 27 hit points again.]
Leets Thursday May 6th, 2004 2:41:22 AM
OOC: Maybe I'm wrong, but I think Managarm also has a damage reduction, no?
IC:
As blows rain from here and there, Leets doesn't even has the time to act, lifting his morningstar just when the last one falls...
Understanding that the battle is over, his first thought go to Managarm, and he of course share his lay on hands ability so that his celestial friend heals up completely.
Brahmah (75/75, AC 22, no longer defensive) Thursday May 6th, 2004 3:03:40 AM
"Oops." He says, after the druid spikes the orc with her scimitar. "Oh well, he probably would have been more trouble than help." He glances at the emblem. "Leets, what do you make of that?" He slices the emblem off with his kukri and looks it over.
"I think Rathiniag failed to tell us everything."
He then picks up and stows the falchion.(What size is the falchion? Medium I assume?)
Gecktar d20+5=19 Thursday May 6th, 2004 3:39:50 AM
Gecktar is pleased to see that Managram is safe. He looks around him to see if any of his comrade is wounded. He sees that Flat-Top, Kanchana and Leets receives bad cut, so he asks "Flat-top ? Kanchana ? Leets ? Do you want some healing before proceding to the lair of the red one ? I think we have to be fully prepared before the confrontation..."
The failure before the gold dragon is almost gone in the thoughts of Gecktar. He has his place here among the Chosen and he has plenty abilities that can help them during their quest...
Looking at the orcs he says : "They are definately well trained and equiped... See these armors and falchions... and what is this emblem ?" (know religion roll 19)
Kanchana (AC 16, HP 42/44) d8+3=9 Thursday May 6th, 2004 3:49:12 AM
Kanchana looks pretty bad at the moment. Still she steps on the dead orc and yanks her scimitar out of him with a grunt. Kanchana meticulously cleans the blade before sheathing it. Next she draws one of her curing wands and uses it heal herself (heals 9 pts, leaving her with 2 left to heal up). "Is anyone else hurt? Does anyone need any further healing?" Kanachana looks around at the others as she bandages what is left of her own wounds. "Are we going to try and track the creature that fled?" If given a chance to rest for a bit then Kanchana will put on her newly acquired leather armor (AC 19). At the moment she doesn't feel much different from before, even though the Powers saw it fit to heed her prayers.
(Wand of CLW (40/50), heal 9 pts)
(Kanchana's new spell list, Druid: 0 Level: Create Water, Detect Magic, Detect Poison, Purify Food and Drink, Read Magic
1st Level: Entangle, Obscuring Mist (x2), Pass without Trace
2nd Level: Resist Energy, Soften Earth and Stone, Spider Climb)
((I got permission to change Kanchana's classes, so beginning yesterday Kanchana is now Druid (4)/Ranger (1). I am still working on attaining the Greenmage PrC as well.))
Flat-top Thursday May 6th, 2004 7:50:59 AM
Before Flat-top leaves to go to Leets. He remarks to Toros, "I really don't like this, well armored Orcs, having weapons that well made, and trained?? Toros see what he's carring, while I go get healed." Flat-top stops in frount of Gectkar, turns and show him a big gash in his rounp,"I need for you to close this wound, And please don't tell any one where I got hurt? Please!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday May 6th, 2004 8:03:03 AM
Paw'caw flies to her master, she call as she comes in for a landing, "Ssscccrreeecchhh!". Landing on his soulder, she has a look of failure. She looks down, But hops to the ground, picks up a glove in her beak, then flies to a branch. (as if to say this way)
Managram(ceil) Thursday May 6th, 2004 8:10:04 AM
Managram sits up, shaking his head, spots Leets coming his way. He runs to his master's arms, licking his face, "Bark! Bark! Bark!"as if to say 'Did we get him?".
Brahmah Thursday May 6th, 2004 8:13:43 AM
"Pah'caw, seek the running orc."
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=34 Thursday May 6th, 2004 8:22:47 AM
Paw'caw jumps off the perch and into the air, climbs to her hunting hight, serching for her prize Orc.
OOC: Spoting 34
Toros d20=9 Thursday May 6th, 2004 9:15:29 AM
"Domi bless you Flat-top!"
Toros will search the orcs (d20, 9) to see what they have, while the others get recovered from the fight.
Kanchana (to Leets and Managarm) Thursday May 6th, 2004 9:28:53 AM
Kanchana doesn't get any immediate responses about healing, so she asks Leets and Managarm a question instead. "Leets, could you ask Managarm if he can help Pah'caw track that man that fled. Managarm would you help Pah'caw and I with that task? Maybe you could catch him and hamstring him so he cannot run away?"
Leets d20+4=12 Thursday May 6th, 2004 1:04:16 PM
The Centaur paladin stelle feel strange about this attack.
"That's right...I wonder what those orcs were doing here..."
"As for their symbol...(Knowledge religion: 12)...I don't see... Gecktar maybe?"
Leets takes Managarm in his arms, checking if he's ok...
"Ok my dog, this was a good job...Now, we'll do some hunting...Help Kanchana find those who fled...Help her!"
Managram(ceil) d20+5=9 d20+5=17 Thursday May 6th, 2004 6:00:24 PM
Managran's chest swell a little at the flattery of Leets his master, BUT when he ask to go hunting, he look down the path, than looks at Leets, then look at Kanchana. Then starts sniffing around.
Listens 9 spot 17
The Chase. (DM Jim) Thursday May 6th, 2004 9:10:49 PM
Toros searches the three bodies and comes up with a few interesting things. He packs them away quickly and then follows the others.
Managarm sniffs around following the scent of the orc that run away. Pah'caw sees nothing from the air in the direction of the orc but she does continue to scan the area.
Kanchana finds little splatters of blood on the rocks at several intervals and then they stop. Still it is not hard to follow the trail with all the scrap marks and displaced rocks.
The monolith symbol has no religious meaning to anyone but that does not mean that it is not a clan sign. Maybe the sign of an army from somewhere even.
[The falchions are medium sized and there are three of them. You will also find one of the orc's chainmail is stil in useable shape as well. Getting approval on all the other treasure so be patient.]
[The orc also has a sizable lead on the group as well. Still you maybe able to catch him. :)]
Brahmah d20+5=10 d20+4=10 d20+5=19 Thursday May 6th, 2004 11:56:00 PM
"The orc is gone!" Grunts the minotaur. "Shoen orcs? They have boots?! How could and orc army afford to send out scouts in boots...." He pauses as is hit with a brick. "Wait. Rathiniag is supporting the village. Whose to say the red isn't supporting the orcs?"
"Come on!" He yells as he runs after the orc. (Survival 10 tracking[+penelties for fast tracking], Searching 10, Spot 19)
Gecktar 2d8(4+7)+3=14 Friday May 7th, 2004 3:24:00 AM
Gecktar examine Flat-Top, "Hmm, well... It's a nasty cut indeed... Ok, I'll be as mute as tomb" and with a smile to Flat-top he chants another prayer to Domi. His hand glows blue and he applies it on the wound releasing an smooth energy that immediatly close the wound.
(OOC : taking the last second level slot to cast cure moderate wounds healing 14hp)
"Is it all right Flat-Top ? Ok... So we shall begin the hunt now... But I fear the last orc will alert some of his allies"
Toros Friday May 7th, 2004 8:02:05 AM
Toros is amazed with the performance of the battleaxe. He becomes more amazed with what he has found on the Orcs and packs these away for later check... He also did not forget to take one small piece of Orc souvenir to be his next totem.
"Hey wait for me!! Give me a second to pack and place these."
Then Toros tries to catch up with the others, moving careful but fast.
Flat-top Friday May 7th, 2004 10:02:25 AM
Flat-top smiles at Gecktar, "It is not nice for a fighter to have a scare in the back rump, it looks like I was running away, BUT in fact... Listen to what Brahmah said! I think the Captain is right, the Gold (Rythiniag) does not know that the Red Dragon is backing the Orcs. What have we gotten ourselves into?? We have to get rid of the Red dragon and her four hatchlings, plus take care of the Orcs. This is one big problem, not imposible, but a big problem. Let's get that scout before he get his to his back ups and give us a bigger pain in the rump!" Flat-top run after Brahmah and the rest of the party.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=32 Friday May 7th, 2004 10:06:54 AM
OOC Spot 32
Paw'caw Flies in her hunting pattern. She cannot see anything, but does not stop her. She will continue her serch.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=16 Friday May 7th, 2004 10:15:59 AM
Managram trails on, over bolders and jaggard blood stain rocks. The dog presses on ward.
Kanchana d20+15=24 Friday May 7th, 2004 3:58:12 PM
Kanchana does her best to try and follow the scuff marks and blood spatters that the fleeing orc has made. She hopes that he doesn't come across any of his own people before the Chosen catch him, since it would be very bad to be hunted while trying to complete Rythiniag's quest. She keeps an eye on Managarm and Pah'caw occasionally as well. Kanchana still has her scimitar ready in her hand.
(Survival (trying to track the orc) 24)
The Chase. (DM Jim) Friday May 7th, 2004 11:33:16 PM
The trail is still fresh and easy to follow with ease. Pah'caw has little luck spotting anything from the air at this time, but she does keep an eye on the group as they move.
Though the going is ruff, Kanchana is sure that you are slowly gaining on the orc. It is also apparent to her that if Managarm was left to run full out that he could possibly overtake the orc, but would it be soon enough.
The idea of the red financing an orc army does have it's merits. This might be something that Rythiniag might have not noticed.
Brahmah Friday May 7th, 2004 11:43:27 PM
He keeps running.
"Should we let Rathiniag know about the orcs?!" He debates recalling Pah'caw to send a message to Rathiniag. Thinking to himself, I could tie a note to here neck, or an animal messenger.
"Kanchana, can you send a messenger to Rathiniag?"
Kanchana d20+15=29 Saturday May 8th, 2004 4:02:18 AM
Kanchana nods, "Yes Brahmah I know that spell, but I didn't pray to the mother for it. I didn't think we would need it." Kanchana watches the ground as she moves ahead. "I think we are getting close to our quarry however. Could you ask Pah'caw to send the message? I don't think there will be any resting to be prepared to pray for new magics." Kanchana gives Brahmah an apologetic look for not being better prepared.
(Survival (trying to track the orc) 29)
Brahmah Saturday May 8th, 2004 7:09:57 AM
"My bird, come here." As Brahmah moves, he rolls up the piece of tunic(containing the symbol) he cut from the orcs clothes. Then he stops briefly, turning to the Chosen. "Keep tracking the orcs, I'll find you. I'll be a minute." He then thinks a moment. "Wait, I need a pen and parchment." When he gets one, he scribbles the following note in broken but legible Common:
'great one, this cloth remoovd from ded ork, well equipt ork. we think orcs suport red. red suplying orks. thowt to tell you. did yu forgit tell us.' Sined, Chosen http://www.woldiangames.com/high_woldian/images/courage.gif
He's not used to writing at all.
Then he finds a piece of twine or thong and ties it to Pah'caw's talon. "Go to the dragon cave. Go in and find golden one." He hopes his friend understands him. He then gives her a piece of meat from a 'baggy'.
Toros Saturday May 8th, 2004 7:34:42 AM
Toros will help Brahmah to write the note, supplying him the needed ink, pen and parchment.
Flat-top d20+7=25 d20+6=21 Saturday May 8th, 2004 8:32:59 AM
Flat-top hurries to catch up with Kanchana, He whispers ahead of him, "Kanchana! Do you see any thing?" He still has Morning Star in his hand, tries his best to listen for odd noises and look for track other that the Orc they are following and their own track.
Listens 25 - Spot 21
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=30 Saturday May 8th, 2004 9:07:23 AM
Paw'caw who is flying high in the sky, She spots her master jestering to her, 'master wants Paw'caw', she dives and lands on his shoulder, then look into his face. She watches as he ties something to her talons, listens as Brahmah speaks, 'Go to cave, enter cave, give to Golden One??' She jumps into the air, flying to find the cave her master first entered.
Vasch d20+9=24 d20+9=24 d20+5=23 Saturday May 8th, 2004 9:08:36 AM
Vasch moves out with Kanchana following the trail of the one fleeing orc. His bow in hand in case he catchs a glimpse of their prey.
"Keep your eyes open, it could be leading us into a trap." He says to Kanchana.
[Survival- Track DC24, Spot DC24, Listen DC23]
Managram(ceil) d20+5=17 Saturday May 8th, 2004 9:16:06 AM
Managram sniffing here and sniffing there, looks back and is too far a headm must wait for Kanchana, 'Over here.' pant! Pant! 'he went this way' Pant! pant! 'Hurry'.
Spoting 17
Leets Monday May 10th, 2004 1:50:04 PM
This time, the Centaur paladin wants to be sure to be ready. His shield in one hand and his morningstar in the other, he cautiously looks for hidden opponents, on the ground or in the air...
The Chase. (DM Jim) Monday May 10th, 2004 4:48:05 PM
Managarm waits for the others to catch up with him. He is mulling around, seemingly distracted by something. He has found a new scent that is not the orc, but is on the same path as the air floats down to him.
Brahmah sends Pah'caw back with a message that she dutifully flies for him. She is soon lost to sight as she flies on down the mountain and back to the dragon's cave.
The group hurries on, maybe a little slower with the way Managarm has been acting these last few minutes. The group has gone some fourty feet further up the mountain, still following the trail that the orc is leaving. Laying sprawled out under one of the pine trees is a large form. It is not moving and does not appear to be living at this distance.
Anyone moving close enough will start to make out the general form of a liontaur, laying under the tree.
[Cayzle - Your intro my friend. Your character is currently unconscious from his earlier ordeals.]
[It would be estimated that it will take Pah'caw will take about eight posts to get back from the dragon's cave.]
[Brahmah - Am avoiding email at this time due to my computer having a worm. Please just email me your Catacombs transaction for now and send me an updated CS when I give out experience at the end of this module. Thanks.]
Brahmah d20+5=23 d20+5=11 d20+4=19 d20+7=10 Monday May 10th, 2004 8:39:26 PM
Brahmah seems more worried about his bird than the seemingly mangled remains of some unwitting taur, however, being Chosen it was their responsiblity to find out what happened to the taur-kin lying there.
"Kanchana, go see what killed the poor taur. I wonder why it's here of all places? This doesn't seem right, not right at all. Expect an ambush."(He's expecting ambush, Listen 23, Spot 11, Search 19, Survival 10)
Seemingly mangled remains of some unwitting taur (actually Zeoll) Monday May 10th, 2004 9:42:16 PM uuhhhh.
mmmmuuu.
From the quiet moaning and movement of the liontaur's chest up and down. it would seem that this Taur isn't quite dead yet.
He is a big taur clad in leather armor, with beads braided in his mane. Even unconscious, his hand firmly grasps the hilt of a greatsword.
Brahmah Monday May 10th, 2004 10:51:43 PM
OOC: Is the liontaur at all familiar? Would Brahmah recognize him?
Vasch d20+9=17 d20+9=29 d20+5=14 Monday May 10th, 2004 11:59:00 PM
Vasch goes towards the body keeping one eye on the surrounding area. "Kanchana is he still alive?"
He moves up with her and while she checks out the fallen liontaur Vasch moves ahead. "I don't want to let that orc get too far ahead. I need someone to come with in case I find him with some friends."
[Survival DC17, Spot DC29, Listen DC14]
Leets d20+5=15 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 2:54:34 AM
Leets runs at the Taur on the ground as soon as he see him. He'll try to see what happened to him, and where he can be wounded (Heal 15). If needed to reanimate the Taur, he'll spend one point of Lay on Hands.
Kanchana d20+12=29 3d8(2+6+4)+10=22 d8+3=5 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 3:18:54 AM
Kanchana quickly approaches the liontaur under the tree and immediately proceeds to check for injuries and life signs (Heal 29), also stabilizes him. Her touch is very gentle and careful. "He is still alive Vasch. You take a few others and go find that creature. I will stay here and see to our Brother."
If Kanchana sees or feels that he needs some magical healing then she will use the wand that Gargul gave her. She speaks to the unconscious liontaur in Wemic as she checks him for wounds.
"What brought you here to this fate Brother? You look like you had a very bad day on the battlefield..." Kanchana looks at the armor and the great sword. She rambles on softly, talking out loud to herself (mostly), "You almost met Gargul. I wonder who you were defending?" The myriad of beads, shells and crystals braided into her hair clack together as she works.
Deciding that a quick fix is the best idea Kanchana draws a wand and touches it to the hapless liontaur.
(If the wounds are serious enough; CSW 15th lvl - heals 22 pts, if not; CLW - heals 5 pts. Kanchana will not use any wand charges if it isn't necessary. Her healing skill should tell her just how badly off Zeoll is.))
(Heal 29)
((NOTE: 1: if Zeoll's wounds seem bad enough she will use the CSW Wand lvl 15, 2: if his wounds do not seem too bad then she will use a CLW Wand. I will roll for both. DM Jim just tell me which one applies please.))
Brahmah Tuesday May 11th, 2004 4:59:24 AM
He gazes at the skies, the path and the liontaur, confused by all that is going on. Liontaurs and dragons and orcs, oh my.
Toros Tuesday May 11th, 2004 5:53:07 AM
"Vasch I come with you. But perhaps if Gecktar can also be with us, it might be better"
"Kanchana, Leets, please take care after this wemick"
"And, can Managram help us to catch up with the orc?""
Toros will utter these in a voice that everyone can hear, meanwhile trying to assess the condition of the liontaur laying under the tree with worried eyes. Then, he will follow Vasch to catch the Orc, before he goes any further. His battleaxe and whip is ready to be used.
Flat-top d8+1=9 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 6:08:50 AM
Flat-top advances toward the form, He's behind Kanchana and Leets. "Kitten hold your wand, with Leets healing and my laying on hands, I think he'll come around. Give me a little room here." Flat-top is now next to the Liontaur, he lays his hand on the taur, his hand and tatoo glows, (giving him(Zeoll) 9hp of cure). "Leets this liontaur look familure to me, You been with the Children of Domi just as long as I have, Does He(Zeoll) seem familure to you? Just as if we seen him before? or at lest a liontaur who look just like Him??" Flat-top ask.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=30 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 6:16:02 AM
Paw'caw flies high in the sky, She shearches for the trail her master had taken, to go up the mountain, this part does not worry her, IT's when she find the trail worries her.
OOC spoting 30
Managram(ceil) Tuesday May 11th, 2004 6:24:35 AM
Managram sniff up to the liontaur, "sniff! sniff!" *Another big cat? now where is that Orc!*. The dog goes on looking for that stinky smell of that Orc. 'Ahh! Here it is!' the dog wimpers (so not to make too much noise)"Wimper! Wimper!" 'Over here'he seem to wimper.
Unknown Taur. (DM Jim) Tuesday May 11th, 2004 9:51:46 PM
A close inspection of the body reveals that he is only unconscious. He is neither injured, dead or even dying...just exhausted. Kanchana nor Leets either one can find a reason to use any kind of healing on him.
Vasch, Toros, Managarm and possibly Gecktar continue on to catch the orc before he can get any further ahead, especially since they were gaining on him.
Pah'caw continues on her path to the dragon's cave with some ease. Her keen eyesight allow her to notice little details that she had noted earlier by instinct.
Further up the trail you see a brilliant bit of light fly into the air and then burst. You are not certain what this means, but if it was the orc then you are closer than you thought.
[Anyone that has adventured with Zoell in the past as one of The Chosen will find this taur to be very familiar (intelligence DC 12). This will allow you to recall that this taur looks like an old friend, his twin even.]
Brahmah d20-1=7 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 11:09:56 PM
Still somewhat confused at the actions and the flare and the taur and the chase and the healing and the orcs and thinking of the children and the mission and the Float.
With all that on his mind, he couldn't pin-point the place where he's seen that face before. Out of sure frusteration and slight bit of anger, he punchs a nearby tree.
Knowing that the orcs will be on them soon, he draws the falchion and kukri, stands in the middle of the path so that he might be the first they encounter.
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) Tuesday May 11th, 2004 11:37:41 PM
"Vasch, what do you think of that light?"
Vasch d20+9=13 d20+9=19 d20+5=24 d20+6=12 d20+11=17 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 1:01:41 AM
"I don't know." he says to Toros. "Don't think I like the look of it though. We need to be cautious."
Toros wonders how the others are doing with that Wemic.
Leets d20+1=16 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 2:57:00 AM
"Hmm...Now that you say it, it's true this one looks like Zeoll very much...Maybe somebody from his family???"
Leets gets a look at the half of the group that is chasing the orc.
"I don't like the idea of splitting the group...He doesn't seem wounded, and carrying him would probably not hurt..."
"What do you think Kanchana?"
Kanchana Wednesday May 12th, 2004 3:03:32 AM
Kanchana laughs as she puts her wand away for now. "Oh typical! I am always assuming the worst! He is not injured, he just looks worst for wear and is unconscious." Kanchana starts to shake the unfamiliar Taur (Zeoll) to see if she can wake him up. "Wake up Brother! You have slept long enough, trouble comes." Kanchana continues to speak in wemic, except to tell everyone else: "He is not injured just sleeping." She answers Leets question, "I think we should try and wake him first. If he does not awaken then we carry him. I agree with you Leets splitting the group is not a good thing to do now."
Brahmah d20-1=13 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 4:57:02 AM
Brahmah's ear perks as he hears his old friends name mentioned by Leets. "Zeoll. It can't be." He looks again. (Int check again, 13) "I guess he does look a little like him." He says with a grin, happy to have a kin of Zeoll within the mix again. "You don't suppose he's another Chosen, do you?" He askes, more focused now than earlier. "Zeoll, or I should say, the Zeoll's are famous for being Chosen. Wouldn't surprise me if this one is kin."
Zeoll Wednesday May 12th, 2004 5:50:56 AM
Kanchana's efforts at revivification bear fruit -- Zeoll's eyes open, and he looks around. In wemic, he murmurs, "Thank you, great Tomi!"
"And thank you as well," he says, more clearly, to Kanchana.
Zeoll is a big liontaur, clad in leather armor, carrying a greatsword and wearing a backpack. There is a totem bag around his neck. The beads woven in his mane reveal clues to his identity -- Warrior to Pride Nonowla that is no more, and Son to Clan Aene. A priest and follower of the traditional ways.
Then he hears Brahmah's voice, and turns to face the captain of the Chosen of Domi. "Kin to Zeoll?" he says. "No indeed, this is Zeoll himself! My frriend, it is I, rreturrned frrom death. Leets! Flat-top! It is good to see you again!"
He stands to embrace his old friends, but falls over from exhaustion. "Oh! I am still weak, it seems," he says. "I did not get much rrest in the so-called Lands of Rrest!" The liontaur manages a feeble grin.
Flat-top d20=19 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 8:49:16 AM
Flat-top jaw's fall to his chest. "But! But! But! We had a funeral and burried you. Domi must have wanted you back with us. Thank-you Domi! Now I would ask you to jump on my back and I would carry you... But! it look like you put on a little weight??"
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=33 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 8:57:02 AM
Paw'caw will go to the begining of the trail that she remembers. There she spots a trail of rocks and bolder and markers of blue flowers. She'll follow this trail by coming down to about 50' off the ground.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday May 12th, 2004 9:02:20 AM
Managram stops and look intensly ahead up the trail, He is focus on what is there.
Toros Wednesday May 12th, 2004 11:07:17 AM
"Look at Managram, found something maybe?"
While holding tightly his whip on one hand and readying himself for any coming danger Toros will cast the bardic spell "lullaby", if the distance of the light occurrance is within range of their movement and spell impact.
The Taur and The Orc. (DM Jim) Wednesday May 12th, 2004 10:04:57 PM
Vasch, Managarm, Toros and possibly Gecktar spot the orc ahead of them. He has turned and is waiting with his sword drawn. It appears that he has run about as far as he cares to. Toros holds his spell a little longer as they draw a little nearer, but cannot release it quite yet.
The others were in for an even greater shock as the unknown taur reveals himself to be Zoell. One fact remains, can they believe what he is telling them and will they be able to grasp what they have just found out. Little by little, Zoell feels his body infused by an outer power and his strength is returning.
Pah'caw has found the cave and swoops inside to deliver her message. Though the dragon is scary, she does not feel the fear that she knows she should.
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) Wednesday May 12th, 2004 11:34:11 PM
Toros will not cast the lullaby spell, as it become apparent that what he wants not to notice him and his friends' approaching is already waiting for them with the drawn sword.
"Well Vasch I am not sure whether it may be that much easy to go and get this orc after seeing theattack of the orcs, laying liontaur, the light and having no clue of what might be the relation among them. Perhaps it is better to make him come here and stay away from where he has positioned himself. I can "command" him to come here, what do you think?"
<<Toros has casted "shield of faith". And thinks to cast "command" now. He has also one more 1st level prepared domain spell, "entropic shield", in addition to his 0 level bardic and cleric spells like virtue, resistance.>>
Leets Thursday May 13th, 2004 2:51:31 AM
"ZEOLL!!!"
The Centaur paladin grabs his friend's shoulder with joy, almost with tears in the eyes.
"Oh! How could this happen! With no doubt it's Domi's and Gargul's will at work! Our holy father is gathering his Chosen! Blessed is the name of Domi!!!"
"Well, we'll have a lot to tell you, so many things happened, but maybe it's not the most perfect moment, we were attacked, and it sounds like we found one of our fleeing opponent. Let's follow Managarm!"
"We're arriving my dog!"
Brahmah Thursday May 13th, 2004 5:05:32 AM
As the Zeoll rises, Brahmah nearly clapses from sheer shock. "Zeoll?! It... well, no... we... you... but... dead... d-d-dirt... buried... huh?" The minotaur slowly approaches the wemic, hand out stretched, then as if not expecting to poke anything, Brahmah's pointer finger jabs Zeoll's shoulder. "AcK!" The minotaur begins shaking, from delight more than shock. "ZEOLL!" The wemic is bowled over as Brahmah embraces his friend. "We have so much to tell you... it's ... well... there's hardly time now! We're evicting some red dragons from the area. It's so Kenisha and Vrurt can get to the Floating City safely with the Children, the Unitaur Children of Domi. The Children of Domi are arriving Zeoll." The taur is very excited to be telling his friend. "Oh, I almost forgot..." The leader begins to unbraid several familiar feathers from his hair (except the Quall's token), they are Zeoll's, retrieved from his body before his burial. Brahmah seems to have kept them for safe keeping... almost like he expected Zeoll to return. "...Here, I think belong to you." He grin stupidly. "So... are you Zeoll the Greater, the Lesser, or the Pheonix?? From the Ashes by Domi?! Domi's Pheonix." Proud of the nickname, and a very suitable nickname to be sure. "Come, Zeoll the Pheonix. There are new friends, further ahead on the trail for you to meet... as well as orcs."
Vasch d20+9=29 d20+4=16 d20+4=24 d20+4=17 2d6(1+1)=2 2d6(3+2)=5 4d6(5+1+1+6)=13 Thursday May 13th, 2004 8:47:36 AM
"That'll get him closer, but can you control him or even speak to him? And why this spot? I say put an arrow in him from here and be done with it."
Vasch sends a volley of two towards the orc. [Rapid shot - AC16/24(threat AC17), Damage 2/5(crit18)]
[Spot DC29]
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) d20=4 d20=12 2d6(1+5)=6 Thursday May 13th, 2004 9:40:05 AM
"Okey then." Having given a last look around Toros will try to evaluate the situation in that quick pass of time (d20, 4 - a wisdom check but what?), as he cannot make up his own mind he will just follow what Vasch does. Dropping his whip Toros will also take one masterwork arrow and send it to the orc with his longbow. [(attack 12+5, 17) (damage, 6)]
Flat-top Thursday May 13th, 2004 10:03:38 AM
Flat-top mouth fails to keep a sentance together, "Zeoll! Not dead? Yes! Yes! Alive! Well?? Welcome back?? Well! Got to go?? When You feel strong enough// Well we will be up the trail, killing an Orc!!". Flat-top goes up to help Vash and Toros. But not too steady on his hooves.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+16=27 d20+16=27 d20+16=24 d20+16=21 d20+16=28 Thursday May 13th, 2004 10:19:01 AM
Paw'caw spots the entrance to the cave, makes one more circle then alines her self with the opening. Good chance she has low light vision, But she manuvers through the entrance (27 dex), then around the corner (27 dex), then low glides through the bats (24 dex)part of the cave, then Up through the opening in the ceiling (21 dex). She glides up to the biggist animal she has ever seem, she sqreeckes and glides around the Gold Dragons Head unti'll He opend his Claws. There she lands with the messages from Brahmah! (28 dex.) If ever a golden eagle has ever swetted, She's doing it now ( along with an Blue speckle Egg!)
Managram(ceil) Thursday May 13th, 2004 10:24:08 AM
Managram knows that he has his prey cornered, he advances little by little towards the orc, "Grrr! Grrr!" he warn the Orc, if the orc move at all Managran will attack.
Toros Thursday May 13th, 2004 10:27:31 AM
I wonder whether what we see is real or not, Toros thinks to himself, while the arrows float on the air towards the orc.
Kanchana (HP 42/44, AC 19) d20+4=8 d20+5=14 Thursday May 13th, 2004 10:28:39 AM
Kanchana picks up her scimitar and backs away so the others can reacquaint themselves with Zeoll. She has barely even heard of him.
While practically everyone else is busy with either Zeoll or the orc she edges towards the direction Managarm, Vasch and Toros went. She has no business interrupting a happy; and apperantly surprising, reunion.
Kanchana heads off at a jog to find those who went to find the orc. She tries to pay attention to her surroundings, but is distracted by something or other.
(Listen 8, Spot 14)
Zeoll Thursday May 13th, 2004 11:20:00 AM
"It's funny," Zeoll, thinks. "I knew I would meet my friends again, but I didn't know this would happen."
Which is to say, he is very surprised at the tears that are rolling down his cheeks and clogging his throat.
"Leets! Brrahmah! Flat-top!" He embraces his old friends. "I'm ... uh ... I ... " He gives up trying to say more.
After a moment, though, he collects himself. Clutching his old feathers in his hand, he says, "Is therre a fight? I'm rready!"
With his wet eyes, he doesn't really look that ready, but he does look willing. "Let's go!" He follows his comrades, new and old, into battle.
To Confront an Orc. (DM Jim) Thursday May 13th, 2004 11:29:51 PM
While the group back with Zeoll go through thier reunion and greet thier brother back, the other group is confronting the orc.
Vasch decides that is is best to kill the orc now and not give him any time to do anything else. His first arrow skips off the orcs armor and passes harmlessly into the distance. The second arrow finds an opening in the orcs armor and drives him back a couple of steps.
Toros follows suit and fires off an arrow of his own. It buries itself into the orcs leg but seems to be not as bad as the earlier one.
With greetings accomplish the other group rushes to catch up with the group encountering the orc. They have gone a good distance but have not caught up yet.
The orc struggles to stay standing but the light slowly flickers in it's eyes and dies out. He topples forward, driving the arrow further into his chest to poke out the back.
Brahmah Friday May 14th, 2004 2:52:11 AM
Brahmah continues moving, happy with Zeoll's return. "Zeoll, my friend, I have a bird now. She's great, and on a mission of her own. She'll return. Many things have changed."
Leets Friday May 14th, 2004 3:06:59 AM
"It's good to have you among us Zeoll, but as you guessed, there is currently a fight to end!"
Leets heads to the place Managarm's barking comes from...only to discover the dead orc.
Kanchana (HP 42/44, AC 19) d20+15=25 d20+5=20 d20+3=18 d20+4=21 Friday May 14th, 2004 4:58:55 AM
Kanchana arrives just in time to see the dust still floating in the air after the orc had keeled over dead. "Does he carry the same markings as the others?" Kanchana checks for any trails or tracks leading away from here. She also tries to hear if there are any voices (speaking an odd language (i.e. non-Tauric)) being carried on the wind.
(Survival 25, Spot 20, Search 18, Listen 21)
Vasch (AC20, 32/32hp) d20+9=15 d20+9=18 d20+5=11 d20+7=24 Friday May 14th, 2004 9:53:10 AM
Vacsh arrow still drawn moves slowly towards the fallen orc. "Don't know...but keep an eye out and let's move up together."
This feels like a trap...unless it was more afraid of whatever made that light then us? Ah, rubbish. He chuckles to himself at the thought, but he feel certain that was the cause.
Flat-top Friday May 14th, 2004 10:15:23 AM
"Yes! Things have changed, come run with us and I'll try to fill in the what you have misseded." the four of them runs and jump to the spot where the Orc died. Flat-top continue to tell Zeoll about Kenisha and Little Domisha on how the little filly look like her mother, also alot tike her father. Then about the Minitaur mother Vruht, her child was born looking a little bit like all the taurs. A true Unitaur, very special. Wait till you meet them."
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday May 14th, 2004 10:23:32 AM
Paw'caw sit in the palm of the Golden One, this huge animal the she has never seen before. She is not afraid nor does she try to escape, she feel she can trust him. She will wait to see if she is needed to bring back an answer.
Managram(ceil) Friday May 14th, 2004 10:27:17 AM
Managran will go to see if the Orc is dead. It is! Now he will return to his master side. 'Grrr! woof!' as if to say 'I hate Orc'
Zeoll d20+3=10 Friday May 14th, 2004 10:59:18 AM
Zeoll takes a look at the dead orc when he arrives on the scene. If there are any marks or totems on the creature, he tries to figure out what they mean. [OOC: Bardic Lore 10]
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) Friday May 14th, 2004 1:31:09 PM
Toros will pick up his whip from the ground and place it properly among his other gear.
"I@agree Vasch, this was too easy. And look the others came together with that liontaur"
Toros will follow Vasch, being on alert.
Ekaeli makes a CC delivery (CC Staffer Eunice) Friday May 14th, 2004 5:08:21 PM
A lithe female Elf appears out of thin air. Motes of sparkling lights flash softly around her. She is wearing a fine cloak with an elaborate embroidery stating "CC" on the left shoulder of her cloak. She doesn't look dressed for rugged travel at all. Ekaeli frowns as the wind blows through her hair almost ruining her neatly done coiffure. With her keen Elven vision Ekaeli spots a group of Taurs off in the distance.
"Out of all the Gods-forsaken places in the Wold I have to make a delivery here... *sigh*. They couldn't be in a bustling city or a lush forest! Oh no, that is just too much to ask!"
The harried She-Elf hurries towards the Taurs picking her way up the barren mountain carefully, yet as quickly as she dares.
When she gets close enough to hail the group she calls out, "Are you the ones known as the Chosen of Domi? I have a delivery to make. A Brahmah ordered one Wand of Speak with Animals with 50 charges, two Oils of Magic Weapon, one pearl of power mounted into an earring - he took that with him actually, and one Quaal's Feather Token (Tree) - which he also took with him. Which one of you is Brahmah?"
Ekaeli speaks Common with a noticable Elven accent. She frevently hopes that she doesn't have to repeat herself. She stands there waiting for confirmation and identication from a Taur named Brahmah. The package is held firmly under her right arm. Ekaeli taps her foot as she waits; this is an old habit of hers when she has to wait for something.
"I need whoever is Brahmah to sign a slip confirming the delivery as well." Ekaeli has a pen to sign the delivery slip and the slip itself held in her left hand.
Flat-top Friday May 14th, 2004 7:11:12 PM
Flat-top look at the little pixie then to Brahmah, "Well Captain sigh for your package??"
Dead Orc, Dead Orc. (DM Jim) Friday May 14th, 2004 10:40:11 PM
The group is suddenly accosted by the arrival of a delivery person. Though what a delivery person would be doing up here in the mountains... Still she has something for Brahmah to evidently he order and needs to sign for.
The dead orc reveals the same symbol from earlier. That of a black round toped stone with a flat bottom. Zeoll looks over the marking carefully but does not feel that it has any significance to him.
Some scan the area for any signs of an ambush, but it appears that the orc had decided that he would not run any further. It could be that whatever sent the flare made him stop as well. But why? Fear? Orders? Or something else?
Brahmah Friday May 14th, 2004 11:56:15 PM
"Ekaeli. Hello. I'll sign." He signs. "Now you should be off, there are evil dragons about."
"Chosen, let's find the reds." The taur continues up the path.
Leets Saturday May 15th, 2004 3:18:20 PM
The Centaur paladin welcomes back his celestial dog.
"Come on Managarm, here is an old friend who came back, Zeoll! Good dog, you did a good hunt to find this orc, good dog..."
Ekaeli makes a CC delivery (CC Staffer Eunice) Sunday May 16th, 2004 6:54:35 AM
Ekaeli smiles slightly, "Trust me I have no intention of staying for long. I see one dead orc already, and where there is one of those filthy creatures many more are certain to follow." She doesn't mention anything about dragons but it is clear that she doesn't appreciate the presence of evil dragons either. When Ekaeli gets the necessary signiture she thanks Brahmah, "Thank you for your business Sir. Safe journies to you all." Immediately upon saying her farewell she disappears in a muted flash and more of those faint, sparkling motes of light.
Zeoll Sunday May 16th, 2004 7:09:59 AM
Zeoll introduces himself to the rest of the group. "Hello. I'm Zeoll, once and now again a Chosen of Domi. I was just brrought back to life. I'm a barrd and a drruid. I look forrwarrd to meeting you all."
As he says this, he follows wherever the group goes to fight whatever enemies they face.
Flat-top Sunday May 16th, 2004 7:28:48 AM
Flat-top Look at Zeoll with wonder in his eyes, Then make this remark to Zeoll "Wait till Kenisha See the look of you. And Oh! iI wonder what you'll say when you meet her colt?"
Flat-top turn up the trail, following Brahmah.
Managram(ceil) Sunday May 16th, 2004 7:39:30 AM
Managran sniff the dead Orc, turns his backside to the body and scratches some dirt on it. Managram run to his master, sits beside him. Then watches this new Taur.
Kanchana Sunday May 16th, 2004 7:44:44 AM
Kanchana comes back from studying whatever tracks and signs she could find. She just catches Zeoll's words about being a bard and a druid. "You are a Warden and you chose to return among the living? Your sense of duty to this wold must be very strong indeed!" Kanchana looks genuinely surprised, she has not heard of any Druids that have died and then returned before. Indeed she didn't think that any druid would want to return after death; you live you learn! "Welcome Zeoll - welcome back I should say - among the Chosen. I am Kanchana, a Warden of Mother Wold; or a Druid as you put it."
((Jim, did Kanchana find anything on her searches from the last post?))
Paw'caw(ceil) Sunday May 16th, 2004 7:46:41 AM
Paw'caw sits on the palm of the Gold One, she tries to undo the message and that bulky thing on her foot. She's having a little bit of trouble(she thinks to herself)'It's a good chance I like my Master, or else I would not do this!!'
Toros d20=9 Monday May 17th, 2004 1:58:42 AM
"This is Toros, Zeoll. It is a honour to meet you. I have heard heroic stories... the spikeball game,... and others. I am also a bard, but my skills cannot be compared with yours, of course. Actually I am a barbarian with some cleric and bardic skills."
After welcoming Zeoll, Toros will also find time to check the body of the orc and take anything valuable or interesting for group use. (d20, 9)
Vasch d20+9=11 d20+9=25 d20+5=12 Monday May 17th, 2004 9:06:11 PM
Vasch continues to keep his eye out for signs of additional trouble as they others catch-up. He attention seems to be drawn ahead along the trail.
He pauses briefly at the new arrival. With a out stretched arm he extends a gesture of greetings. "I am Vasch. It's good to see Tomi and Gargul have given another of the Chosen a second chance, welcome."
He turns and goes back to his vigilance.
[Survival DC11, Spot DC25, Listen DC12]
The Continueing Adventures. (DM Jim) Monday May 17th, 2004 11:49:33 PM
A quick scan of the body reveals only the sword is still in good shape. The armor has a fair sized hole in it from the arrow from earlier.
Kanchana searches again but comes up with nothing of note around the area. The trail ends with the orc and where he lays.
Pah'caw back with the dragon finds the string easily bitten through and the note delivered. The dragon seems to not want to send any reply, but it is evident that he is very angry. The rumbling starts out rather low and grows in intensity till it actually can be heard and felt outside, clear to The Chosen. She begins her flight back.
Traveling further up the path you get the feeling that you are being shadowed by something or someone. Not that you see anything but you just get this feeling a warriors's sixth sense.
[Sam - Kale is in the trees ahead, hidden in the shadows of one. You have been watching The Chosen move along the path for some time. You have been having a little fun doing it too, though you know that you will have to show yourself soon. They are after all getting nervous and suspicious.]
Kale Tuesday May 18th, 2004 1:37:39 AM
a minotaur, with no horns, dressed in a dark blue duster and a dark blue floppy hat just appears out of nowhere. the only other things visible on him is a shortsword on his hip and a quiver on his back. as soon as he appears all he simply says is "Hello."
Flat-top Tuesday May 18th, 2004 3:05:00 AM
Flat-top senses that there something or somebody else arrond here, an odd feeling, then out of nowhere this figure appears. Flat-top let the chain go on his morning star, when he reconises the minotaur. "Why you old Rouge! I could have killed you! But it's sooo good to see you again". At this point Flat-top approches and grabs the old friend, giving Kale an Hug and patting his back, "Welcome back friend! I missed you. I even got a couple of tatoos in you memorie." he whispers into Kales ear.
Brahmah d20+5=15 d20+5=7 Tuesday May 18th, 2004 4:09:57 AM
Hearing something and unsure what it is, the minotaur whips around drawing both weapons. "Wh.. oh, you must joking!? Kale! Are there any taurs left in the Isles, or are they all on the side of this mountain?" The taur grins in reaction to the urban ranger's sudden, and VERY welcome, appearance.
"Welcome back freind. Zeoll just returned no more than thirty minutes ago. Can you believe it?!"
"There's alot to tell you. Nows not really the time. We're hunting red dragons... and conspiring orcs seem to be massing. If we needed you, it's now more than ever. The Children are to be moved to the Big Float, some floating city where they'll be safe." He continues up the path, weapons still drawn, not knowing what to expect. (Spot 15, Listen 7)
"Domi's Children are being born, Kale. Kenisha has a beautiful girl. Their with the ancient gold back in that direction..." Pointing down the trail. "...I suppose you know that though." He grins, knowing the rogue must have enjoyed tracking us.
"How did you find us? Are we THAT easy to find friend?"
Leets Tuesday May 18th, 2004 4:12:03 AM
"Kale!"
"Nice to have you back among us! I feel like Domi is definitively gathering his Chosen before a great battle! For sure this one is going to be of epic scale with such a group of faithful defenders!"
Zeoll Tuesday May 18th, 2004 7:04:13 AM
When Kanchana asks Zeoll about coming back from the dead, Zeoll laughs. "Many of the dead in the Lands of Rrest felt the same way you do, good Warrden. They urrged me to be content with life's ending, and prreparre forr the next cycle of rrebirrth. But I was rrestless, always thinking of the mission to which I had pledged my life, and failed to achieve. Grreat Tomi himself charrged me with helping to unite the Taurr Rraces, and that task is still undone. How could I rrest and be content?"
Zeoll actually blushes when Toros compliments him. "I am just a dabblerr, rreally! Being dead forr two yearrs gave me the opporrtunity to rreflect on my flaws, and they arre numerrous. I was too prroud in life, Torros. I am trrying to be morre honest with myself this time. But thank you verry much forr yourr kindness to a strrangerr, my new frriend!"
Then Vasch mentions Tomi and Gargul, and Zeoll shudders with a convulsive reflex. "Yes, it was a prriest of Tomi -- a human prriest -- who brrought me back. And great Gargul himself questioned me and gave me a quest. I wish, trruly wish, I could rrememberr what it was!"
"But therre was a thirrd god as well -- the old enemy of Tomi, the god of sickness and disease, the foul lorrd of contagion and infection. Though I hate to rrecall it, he met me and gave me a message for all of you, my frriends."
The liontaur pauses, lost in thought -- unpleasant thought, judging by the look on his face and the droop of his tail.
Kale appears, and Zeoll's face brightens. "Hey! It is good to see you again, old frriend," he says. He does not realize that Kale is a recent returnee too, since Kale was still with the group when Zeoll died.
Looking at Brahmah, Flat-top, Leets, and Kale, Zeoll says, "I am looking forrwarrd to catching up, but what is this about an epic battle? Evicting rred drragons? Unless the Chosen of Domi have grrown mighty indeed, I wonderr how we can hope to evict morre than one rred drragon!"
Kanchana Tuesday May 18th, 2004 7:29:04 AM
"I have been to Gargul's realm, I do not blame you for not wanting to stay there Zeoll. Gargul is too intense... rather frightening at times I'd say." Kanchana remembers the look Gargul gave her and his command to her. She shivers. "I have just never heard of any Wardens returning from the dead before. I didn't think we would be afforded that chance really."
Kanchana was going to ask about Marteus' message to the Chosen when Kale shows up. She remembers Kale; he was so incredibly sceptical to her when she first showed up.
"Well met once again Kale." Kanchana returns to her previous topics, "Zeoll, they are only small cub dragons. 3 or 4 of them, try not to kill them; they are only cubs after all." With a sharper tone of voice she comments, "certainly a slaughter of cubs won't be epic at all." Kanchana's staunch disagreement with killing the young dragons bleeds through into her commentary. "What is the message from the Lord of Plagues?"
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=30 Tuesday May 18th, 2004 10:04:45 AM
Paw'caw jumps into the air before the claws can close on her. She flies around the cavern as the gold dragon rages. She glides low to see the little one are safe. The children point to the portal leading to the out side. Not a word was said BUT she knew the littles ones were safe for now. Shes finnaly out side, She climbs to her Spoting hight(30). She spots her master, dives and lands on his shoulder. For the first time in her short life, she is trembling with fear.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday May 18th, 2004 10:26:53 AM
Managran sits next to his master, when Kale jumps out to say Hello. The dog is starttle, starts to growls at Kale "Grrr! woof? Grrr!" Not too sure of himself since Leets is welcoming him to the pack?? the dog goes to Kale hoof, smells his scent?? then the dog tell kale what he thinks of him "Bark! Bark! Bark!"
Toros Tuesday May 18th, 2004 11:42:36 AM
Toros is surprised to see just "one more Taur" on the road. It seems that the pack is back but when he tries to connect with the dragons or orcs his mind starts aching refusing to proceed any thought... Can it be possible that the gold dragon has also forgotten to tell the Chosen about the taurs, this is both a joking and serious statement at the same time... And who are the Chosen after all...
Well, Managram seems to handle this better than him. Toros also wishes he would be able to smell his scent!!
Anyhow, he approaches and welcomes Kale and introduces himself with some short but sincere, warm and kind enough expressions. But he feels that Kale also owes an explanation to the group.
Vasch d20+9=22 d20+9=21 d20+5=22 Tuesday May 18th, 2004 2:18:17 PM
The sudden appearance of Kale and the ressurection of Zeoll put Vasch on edge.
This is NOT good...Kale intercepts us here and Tomi has decided to give back a Chosen...all before taking on a brood of dragons...this is definity NOT good...
As the reunions continue, Vasch keeps his vigil out and up the mountain an arrow still notched in his bow. His face carries a calm, but inside a great weight grows.
[Survival DC22, Spot DC21, Listen DC22]
Gecktar... is back Tuesday May 18th, 2004 5:00:53 PM
Completly confused by what happened Gecktar can only says some words of welcome to Zeoll first as it seems the ancien Chosen know him and few minuts later to Kale that also seems to be another Chosen. "Well, my friends, if you allow me to call you friends, strange things happened here... Hope the enjoying time we have now will last longer than any of us imagine..." "I'm happy to meet you both... Chosen are always needed as I can judge by my little experience"
To Travel On. (DM Jim) Tuesday May 18th, 2004 8:39:49 PM
After a series of hellos and many hugs from all the group appears ready to move on. Pah'caw takes that moment to make an appearance on her master's shoulder as well.
Moving on the group finds that the path is a little easier to move along, as if it had been taken care of a little. It would appear that Domi has great plans for his Chosen and is giving them the weapons to use in this coming battle.
[Kale has the following information that he can pass on, should he be willing to. ;) There is an encampment further up the hill that has orcs stationed at it. It would appear to be a big camp set up as an advance scout for someone. He also saw a couple of ogres hanging around as well, but did not hang there long. He would estimate that they should reach the camp in about three hours.]
[Current time is around one.]
Kale Tuesday May 18th, 2004 9:56:06 PM
feeling a bit awakward at everyone's greetings and Flat-Top's hug, Kale quickly disengages himself from the centaur's embrace and dust himself off. "There is an orc encampment up ahead. It looks like either a small raiding group or a scout group for a large army. I didnt have time to count all the orcs, but there are at least two ogres, possibly more. Its about three hours away." then Kale pauses for a minuet, then he says, "Ive been asked to rejoin you all again, and I found that I couldnt refuse. Now, follow me and ill lead you to the camp." Kale then reaches into his quiver and pulls out a shortbow, then he takes his place at the front of the group and begins to lead them along the path.
Toros Wednesday May 19th, 2004 1:39:07 AM
"Cool!!"
"And Kale, we saw a light rising to the sky close to the place where we encountered that orc, do you have any idea about what this light could be related with?"
Gecktar Wednesday May 19th, 2004 2:49:49 AM
"Mmmh..., an encampment of orcs here... It is strange as there is a Great Dragon not far, maybe do they intend o assault him with a large force..."
"I think you are right Kale. We must investigate to see what they are doing and how many they are."
On these words he take a glance to his captain Brahmah for approval and prepare to follow Kale.
Brahmah Wednesday May 19th, 2004 5:45:01 AM
"Follow Kale, he's great at what he does."
He greets Pah'caw with a piece of meat from a baggy.
"Yes, Gecktar, I think the Red Dragon is guiding the orcs either to the village or to kill the Gold."
He moves in behind Kale. "Flat-top, take up the rear. Kanchana, can you cover our tracks behind Flat-top?"
Leets Wednesday May 19th, 2004 6:04:57 AM
Leets laugh and calls Managarm back:
"It's ok my dog! Just another friend! Kale is ok, and you would probably enjoy a hunting party with him, for sure!"
The Centaur paladin darkens when Zeoll talks of his experience from beyond...
"I would gladly ear what the lord of contagion wanted us to know...However, I feel like you didn't come back only to play the messenger Zeoll! So, as it was said, we have a couple of small reds to catch and bring elsewhere...Sounds like a challenge for the Chosen, isn't it!"
"As for the orc village, we should be careful about all this...Remember the test we passed recently: we would have failed if we had attacked the orcs...Maybe it was a warning from the old wise Zethen...And after all, those orcs could probably be valuable allies in the battle against the small reds..."
Flat-top Wednesday May 19th, 2004 9:20:43 AM
Flat-top answers Brahmah "Yes! Captain!" but would like to be up frount where the action will be. To Kanchana, he tells her "Well it look like your stuck with me, Kitten." Flat-top will stay ahead of her, so she can do her job.
Vasch Wednesday May 19th, 2004 9:34:30 AM An omen, has to be. Vasch thinks over and over in his mind.
Scouting party... "Kale what direction are they coming from and do we know anything about that area. It may help us determine if this is just a war party or a prelude to something larger."
"I would like to hear the message from the Diseased One." He says to Zeoll. "It was important enough for you to be detered on your journey back from Gargul's Realm."
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday May 19th, 2004 9:41:39 AM
Paw'caw is so scared that she almost refused the food, But she ate it anyway. She will not take to flight, staying on Brahmah's shoulder. Like an ancher with her claws into his padding.
Managran(ceil) Wednesday May 19th, 2004 9:49:29 AM
Managram tries to think(in a doggie way)what Leets has just said?? 'Hmmm! Scard Minotaur can hunt, Hunt means bones!! Hunt good! Bones Better!!' So managram will go in frount of Leets in the line of march.
Zeoll d20+5=12 Wednesday May 19th, 2004 11:25:09 AM
In answer to Kanchana and Leets, Zeoll says, "The foul lorrd's message was brrief -- simply that we Chosen arre to stay out of his way. I don't know what that means, though."
After listening to the paladin, Zeoll looks thoughtful. "I am not as eagerr for battle as I was beforre you all let me die, my frriends. I think talking is a good tactic to trry."
Zeoll tries to think about anything he might have heard regarding orcish parley customs. What do orcs use for a white flag? [OOC: Bardic Lore check 12].
[OOC: After being unconscious, does Zeoll have access to his usual spells? Outdoor set or indoor set?]
Toros Wednesday May 19th, 2004 12:46:55 PM
"I wonder the reaction of our gold dragon, too." contributes Toros to the discussion.
Kanchana d20+5=17 d20+15=22 Wednesday May 19th, 2004 6:19:34 PM
Kanchana smiles wryly to Zeoll and simply answers: "suits me." She of course means that staying out of Marteus' way is fine by her for the moment. Kanchana moves to the rear of the group and looks over the trail that they are obviously leaving. "I will try to cover our tracks Brahmah. I cannot remove our scent though. Unless we use that scent-breaker I made before; I don't think I have enough left though." She chuckles at Flat-top's comment about being stuck with him. "Of all of us I would rather be stuck with you Flat-top." She works as efficiently as she can covering the tracks.
(Spot 17, Survival 22)
Brahmah Wednesday May 19th, 2004 7:44:14 PM
"Just do your best Kanchana."
An Orc Encampment. (DM Jim) Wednesday May 19th, 2004 10:32:50 PM
You move out with Kale leading the group along to the camp that he found earlier. Kanchana easily hides your tracks from sight or at least she cannot tell too well that they had passed.
Zeoll thinks over what he can remember of orcs and their practices in war. He remembers that in most orcish tribes they have no word for parley or surrender. The will retreat if it is warranted but they do not call it that.
You have been traveling for some time. If estimated by the position of the sun you would guess it at about almost four. Kale calls a stop as he looks over some of the surrounding and then nods. Just around the bend in the road is the camp.
[Kale - You would classify the camp as more of an advance scouting party. The camp is a series of tents set up with a fire pit in the middle of it. The mountainal area is rough to traverse on the sides and this is a rather nice clearing. There is no real cover to advance from as well, just some scattered trees.]
AMMENDMENT [I have put up a legend for what all the symbols mean. I have also given the location of The Chosen on the map, not with a symbol yet. Everything else is there as well. We will be going round by round now as you are about to enter some kind of combat.]
Brahmah Thursday May 20th, 2004 2:38:48 AM
(OOC: While your map is wonderful, it is unclear where exactly the Chosen are. The lay out of the camp is also a little unclear. What do each of the symbols mean? What does a square represent?)
Brahmah deliberates tactics and movement. He's not sure whether the orcs and ogres are milling about or seem prepared for the pending combat.
He sheathes his kukri(Falchion remains unsheathed) and steps back from the mouth of the path. He then casts Detect Snares and Pits and concentrates.
He signals for the Chosen to move back several yards.
Zeoll Thursday May 20th, 2004 6:33:54 AM
Zeoll hears the captain of the Chosen and takes a move action back (40 feet).
"These crreaturres will not parrley unless we get the upperr hand firrst!" Zeoll tells the group.
Then, if the orcs and ogres have seen the group, and if the party is within 480 feet, then Zeoll casts Entangle centered on square J(Down)-N(Across).
Otherwise, the liontaur casts Message on Kale and Brahmah so he can communicate wth both of them no matter where on the battlefeld they go.
If he has time, Zeoll will cast both spells! (Are we going round by round, Jim?)
Kale Thursday May 20th, 2004 7:11:15 AM
before they arrive, Kale tells Toros "Its probably a signal light, so we should expect them to be aware of us." then he tells Vasch "Im certain its a scouting party." then, once they get there, Kale tells Brahmah "I can get behind the camp with no problem. Does anyone else here have the ability to keep up with me?"
Vasch Thursday May 20th, 2004 1:24:18 PM
"Kale, I'm coming with you." He says. "I would try and soften up those ogres with missile fire before getting in close on them." He says to the others.
Vasch will be drinking an Elixer of Hiding, +10 circ. bonus to Hide that lasts for 1 hour, when they move out.
Flat-top Thursday May 20th, 2004 4:17:22 PM
Flat-top comes up the rear of the party, ask in a low voice, "Ok! Kanchana is right behind me, What the picture down there Brahmah?".
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday May 20th, 2004 4:20:50 PM
Paw'caw prems herself, and wait for her master to move.
Managram(ceil) Thursday May 20th, 2004 4:27:05 PM
Managram sit beside his master but is getting restless, He move to the other side on Leets, then wines a little. Move again the edge of the rocks. But goes back to Leets.
Kanchana (42/44 HP, AC 19) Thursday May 20th, 2004 6:06:46 PM
Kanchana chimes in, "since we are splitting our forces are we going to send a healer with Kale and Vasch?" After saying her piece she waits to hear from Brahmah or possibly Kale about where she will be positioned. "I have two mist spells, an entangle spell and a soften earth spell ready if we need any such spells. They might help to create confusion among those creatures." Kanchana holds her spells for now, instead she waits to hear a battle plan or the "right moment" to cast her spells; which ever comes first. She readies her scimitar.
Brahmah Thursday May 20th, 2004 9:00:02 PM
Whispering, "Remember Kanchana, we need to be able to see too. You could create a moat of soft earth around those ogres. Wait... mist... smoke... We need to see... but it's them we want blind... we can stay here on the path and kill them as the orcs flee. Kind of like a smoke charge shot into the hull of a ship... it gets the sailors to the deck, where they can be picked off while their blinded. Do we have smoke?!"
The battle seasoned taur shakes his head, frusterated with the set-up. "This isn't good, they know we're here." He sheathes his falchion and draws and strings his taur-sized bow. "We'll need our best archers... Vasch? Kale? What do you think? Cross-fire? They're boxed in, I think we have the advantage."
"We need to know who their commander is. We cut off the serpent's head and the snake will die."
(Arg.)
Toros Thursday May 20th, 2004 9:00:25 PM
Toros will cast "lullaby" on the orc encampment, targeting the ones in the range who seem to be in a guarding position.
"I hope this can ease our movement to the camp, especially if they are waiting for us." (-5 to the spot and listen checks of effected orcs and ogres) "Also, if any of us happen to have a sleep spell it should become more effective against the orcs now. Zeoll I wonder if you know any spell like that?"
"I have been thinking the same Kanchana. I can accompany Kale and Vasch but I neither know strong spells nor have a wand to use in urgency yet.
Setting Up An Ambush
Orcish Camp. (DM Jim) Thursday May 20th, 2004 10:23:08 PM
The two ogres appear to be in deep conversation with each other. They seem to have not heard you or seen your approach as of yet.
The two orcs closest to the ogres seem to be lookouts that are not doing too good of a job. Their heads are drooped a little as if they maybe asleep or near it. The rest of the orc are pretty much gathered by the fire.
Brahmah casts his spell and scans the area for any signs of pits or other traps that the orcs may have laid out for them. He finds nothing in the area of any kind, though that does little to ease his mind.
Zeoll casts his own spell and finds that he can now communicate with both Kale and Brahmah with ease. This should allow for easier planning on the fly.
Kale and Vasch both decide that they could sneak around the camp and hit from the side or the back. A question of healing to assist them is immediately brought up by Kanchana, who sees thier safety as he prime concern.
Brahmah grows frustrated with the setup that the camp is in. It is easily defendable and hard to get at, but it still may have it's weaknesses.
Toros casts a spell of his own too, that will assist them in getting close to the camp; or so he hopes. He knows thought that he must decide where to place his spell as he can get one of either of the two orcs or both ogres.
[Toros - Need to know where you want to place that lullaby spell.]
[Kale/Vasch - Need to know which side you would like to go up through the mountainal area. You could cross over to the left side of the map. You are currently on the right side and could go up that way too.]
Brahmah (AC 22, 75/75hps) Friday May 21st, 2004 1:30:28 AM
Active Spells- Detect Snares and Pits: 2rnds(concentration, 30mins) Message(Zeoll): 1rnd
Brahmah concentrates for one more round to be sure there are no traps. "I'm pretty sure they have no traps."
Talking quietly to Kale and Zeoll. "Kale, skirt the camp, come in behind those big tents. Zeoll, get to where you can cast a few strategically placed spells. I'll be going in through the front door, but only when we're place. Everyone, spread out. Get set up, to attack, cast or whatever, then when you hear the word, we all charge." Brahmah gets set to move in behind a tree(r/y axis), closest to the Chosen. He plans to fire from behind it.
(OOC: Are there any weapons visible to the Chosen? What is near the ogres?)
Gecktar Friday May 21st, 2004 3:29:50 AM
"OK captain" says Gecktar. "I will follow you and support you for healing and fighting."
Flat-top Friday May 21st, 2004 7:09:42 AM
Flat-top look at the clearing below "Alright then I'll folow you up the center , I'll hide behind that tree across from you(M/V) and use my bow??"
Kale d20+8=26 Friday May 21st, 2004 7:10:18 AM
"Dont worry about us." Kale tells Kachanga "Ill take care of Vasch for you" then the tells Vasch and Brahmah "We're going for the third tent on the left(f-g on the map) then we'll work our way to the rear tents." then he looks at Vasch and says "Lets go." then begins to work his way around the mountains towards the intended tent(move silently check of 26)
Kanchana (42/44 HP, AC 19) d20+5=15 d20+5=23 d20+6=23 d8+2=3 Friday May 21st, 2004 7:12:33 AM
Kanchana shakes her head as she sees that Brahmah is splitting everyone up again. She remembers how bad that went last time. 'Warriors never learn.', she thinks rather unhappily. She does not understand Brahmah's reasoning for combat planning.
"You do realize that the guards are half asleep or just chattering? Look at them. I am not so certain that they know we are here yet." Kanchana tells Brahmah (though not in a loud voice). She sounds frustrated as well. "And charging... what a wonderful idea." Her voice is dripping with heavy sarcasm. "That makes easy to hit individual targets," the upset Liontauress concludes dryly.
Kanchana sheathes her scimitar as she moves into position, she draws her composite long bow instead. She will stay in the mountainous area, but within bow range of one the orc guards (QK) and one of the ogres (OM). She finds concealment behind some rocks or boulders she hopes (area W/XL).
Kanchana will not cast 'Soften Earth and Stone'. She would have to to be within plain sight to cast that spell (range 35 ft). If she sees plants growing around the the two ogres she will cast 'Entangle' centered in between them (range 560ft, 40 ft radius, 4 min. duration).
(Spot (looking for grasses or any other plants around the ogres) 15, Spot (see what type of ground it is and how effective a SE&S spell will be) 23)
((Jim, if there are enough plants around the ogres then she will cast 'Entangle' centred between them first. If not she will not waste a spell and will fire an arrow at orc (QK) first (Hit AC 23 for a whopping 3 pts dmg). NOTE: Keep in mind that I may have written the map coordinates wrong. Kanchana is in the rocky area on the right side of the map, 8 or 9 squares away from the right hand ogre.))
Brahmah Friday May 21st, 2004 7:54:49 AM
The leader tries to explain why he is using the judgement he's using, to Kanchana.
"I say 'charge' for one reason this time. First, they are sleepy or distracted, as you said. We'll have confusion on our side. Besides, the fact is, we're armed with bows and with a few strategically placed spells, the orcs won't stand a chance. I trust the casters judgement. I, for one, would simply fireball the whole lot if I could and be done with this. I'm going around front because I'm a decoy. We split their group up, all coming for me, then the spells go off.
We could wait until their asleep and go in at night?
Of course, I've always listened when taurs had stuff to say. If you have a smarter way, let me know." He looks at her and places his hands on his waist.
Kanchana (to Brahmah) Friday May 21st, 2004 8:31:34 AM
"We will be charging straight into an entire area filled with entangling plants", Kanchana points out, "we would do better to use ranged attacks while they are trapped. Charging just isn't worth the energy expenditure and the lack of accuracy." Kanchana looks less upset now, "of course if you want the warriors to charge in then I have my bow ready. Attacking at night is even better if we remain concealed now. That should scare them half to death seeing Taurs emerge from the darkness beyond their firepit." "Thank you for trying to explain this to me Brahmah." Kanchana smiles to the Captain before walking away and taking up her position.
(If Zeoll cast his Entangle spell then it would cover the north half of the encampment while Kanchana's would cover the south part; over-lapping with Zeoll's spell in some places, and cutting off any retreat the orcs and ogres might have into the "forest".)
Toros Friday May 21st, 2004 8:41:09 AM
"We should attack in the day time, as orcs have light sensitivity but can see as good as us at night, or do I know wrong??"
Vasch (AC20, 32/32hp, Elixer of Hiding) d20+16=31 d20+11=27 d20+9=21 d20+5=22 Friday May 21st, 2004 8:44:19 AM
Vasch doesn't appear amused with being 'taken care of', but instead focuses on the task at hand.
"Why not soften them up with as much arrow fire as we can." Vasch says feeling like he's talking to himself. "Keep shooting until they come to you. Those that flee can be picked off by Kale and I." Vasch looks to the others.
"I'll bet the ogres will charge. Brahmah you could have the opportunity to take an ogre in single combat. The orcs may return fire, but after the first few volleys and spells should just be clean-up." Vasch waits for opinions.
Toros Friday May 21st, 2004 9:04:10 AM
"Vasch, I agree with softing them up with arrows as much as we can... But, I suppose there is at least one more orc in the tents. We killed 4 orcs and here I can count 11 orcs and 16 tents, if the last two big tents are for the ogres. And what if any@of them are spell casters..."
<<Dear DM, can we understand from their appearances that any of the ogres and orcs look like spellcasters rather than fighters?>
<By the way, Toros will have casted his lullaby spell to the place of the ogres>
Zeoll (AC15, HP36) d20+6=8 Friday May 21st, 2004 10:17:41 AM
Listening to the quick quiet debate, Zeoll nods at Kanchana. He moves close enough to cast his spell, but does not cast it yet.
He waits and watches [spot 8] as Kale and Vasch sneak into position. That might take a few rounds, the liontaur figures.
Zeoll is worried that the orcs and ogres might be alerted. So he Readies An Action: If the orcs/ogres notice the Chosen, then Zeoll will cast his Entangle spell covering the north part of the camp.
He will center it on N-Across-F-Down, but not yet, unless the orcs are alerted.
If Zeoll is on the map, he'll be at Y-Z-Donw-U-V-Across. (But maybe he is still farther back? The spell has a loooong range of 480 feet.)
As a free action, the liontaur will relay any short whispers that Kale and Brahmah offer him.
As he waits, Zeoll's tail lashes nervously.
Toros d20=7 d20=1 d20=15 2d6(2+5)=7 Friday May 21st, 2004 11:23:56 AM
As decided Toros will concentrate on his spell untill Kale, Vasch, Kanchana, Flat-top and others are in position. He will carefully observe the ogres to notice any change in their actions. << Can Toros understand whether his spell is successful or not? (d20, 7 spot check? +5 = 12>>
However, while concentrating he can not pay much attention to other happenings in the surroundings and ceases talking (d20 +6 = 7 listen check).
If his spell is succesfull, concentrating on his spell, after Kale and Vasch Toros will also move towards the left handside of the map and target the lookout orc standing at the left side with his longbow. He will send a masterwork arrow, when the attack of Chosen begin. (d20, 15 + 5, 20) (7 hp damage, 2d6, 2+5)
(Dr DM, Passing from the X line would be enough for not being noticed by the ogres and then hiding behind the tree at U-H would be enough for using longbow without any significant range penalty, do you think so??)
Toros 41-41 HP, 22 AC Friday May 21st, 2004 11:33:54 AM
<<And Kanchana, shouldn't the damage of longbow be 2d6 rather than 1d8, as it is a large weapon on the hands of taurs, I might be wrong but, just wanted to ask...>>
Kanchana (OOC) Friday May 21st, 2004 12:50:01 PM
((Toros I have no clue what so ever, it is a composite longbow +2 strength bonus, and it is sized for Taurs. That is all I know. Don't ask me about weapons and combat. (LOL) Those are the two things that I know the least about.)) ;)
Brahmah Saturday May 22nd, 2004 1:27:57 AM
The taur listens and nods at Kanchana's and the others suggestions.
"Okay. Here's how it'll go. No night assault, we attack soon.
First, the spellcasters determine when we attack, Zeoll, Kanchana, maybe Toros, cast their Entangles or any other spells. I'll back you guys up if one of your Entangle miss or go off center.
Then only after the spells go off, the archers, ranged spells (magic missile or whatever) and other area type (tanglefoots, thunderstones) attacks go off. No one is to charge in. If it's necessary to go into hand to hand, make sure a partner is nearby. When you meet an attacker, make sure your close to another Chosen that can back you up. No running away to heal, depend on your Chosen.
Only the major fighters should confront those ogres... and Vasch, I'll take an ogre one on one only as a last resort. No one should go toe to toe with them unless they have a partner close by. Besides, we need the ogres seperated so they don't team against us. Flanked by ogres is not going on my epitaph!"
He looks around. "Kenisha and Taric aren't here anymore to help in the retreat calls. Kanchana, you should be our battle medic and call for regroup if we need it. Hopefully no one will run off and need to be healed."
"Combat partners. Flat-top and myself, Kale and Vasch, Kanchana and Zeoll, Gecktar and Toros, and Pah'caw and Managarm. Those sound good? Suggestions?
If you see your partner in jeopardy you go and help them! That's the only order I'll give to you, everything else is 'use your own judgement'. If you can't take care of your partner for some reason or other, leave them to Domi. Have Courage."
(Iff any of you have a major issue with my ideas, just email me, I'll read them and consider options. :) I do read all my emails.)
Vasch (AC20, 32/32hp, Elixer of Hiding) Saturday May 22nd, 2004 11:57:57 AM
"That's fine, but my point was an ogre riddled with arrows...nevermind..."
The troubles with our peoples are becoming more clear...eyes down, horns forward...
"Alright, Kale shall we? We will be moving on your charge, captain."
Orc Encampment. (DM Jim) d20+5=25 d20+5=17 Sunday May 23rd, 2004 1:12:50 AM
Brahmah moves forward after running over the area again with his spell. Satisfied that he has found nothing he slowly moves forward and behind a tree as he watches the other Chosen make their own moves into position. Pah'caw is still perched on his shoulder and he finds it a little hard to pull the string on his bow with an eagle on his shoulder. Brahmah is able to make out a couple of clubs by the ogres and each of the orcs has near them or on them a falchion. They are all dressed in the same type of chainmail and wearing black clothing otherwise. Gecktar pulls up alongside of him and then both use the tree for cover.
Flat-top moves up to a tree just a little further up than his captain and takes out his own bow and prepares for what it about to happen. He looks back to make sure that everyone else is moving along just fine.
Kale and Vasch race across the ground to reach the other side of the opening. The make it to the last tree right before the ground start to turn back into mountainal area again. They take the time to catch their breath and make another dash for it in a few. It appears that they have not been spotted.
Kanchana and Zeoll slip up into the hard ground and mountainal area of the side they were originally on. They find the going a little harder and slower but still make it a good ways without making too much noise. Zeoll nor Kanchana find that much vegetation that would help them out with an entangle spell. There is a little grass but as to how effective it would be in slowing their enemies is to be seen.
Leets hugs the rougher ground as he makes his way forward a little. He uses the cover of a tree to mask his approach on the camp. His faithful hound is right at his side to lend a helping hand as needed.
Toros is not sure if his spell is very successful on the ogres but he cannot worry too much about that as he slips across the open area as well. He turns before actually reaching Vasch and Kale and positions himself behind a tree to hide with the others. Toros can tell easily that there is no arcane caster among the orcs, but that does not mean there is not a divine caster there.
The orcs and ogres continue on with what they were doing before. They seem to have not noticed any of the group as they move into position. The two ogres continue what seems to be a discussion of some kind. Some of the orcs seem to be playing some kind of game and are intent on it.
[Some of you moved a little less distance than you had thought, this is due to reduced movement speed for the terrain. Complaints, let me know. Had to do some editing so am sorry about the lateness of this post.]
Brahmah (AC 22, 75/75hps) Sunday May 23rd, 2004 2:05:29 AM
(OOC: The Entangle Spells won't effect the trees in O/S or N/G axis, closest to the camp? The spell says it can effect trees, but the spell also says DM discretion. :))
Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 1rnd(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll's): 2rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale)
While waiting for the others to get into position, Brahmah removes a scroll from his scroll case and casts Magic Fang then commands Pah'caw to move off his shoulder and find a tree.
Whispering as they move up to the trees, "Sorry Leets, I almost forgot you, cast Bless now. (Hopefully prior to seperating from the group!)"
Once the group is broken, he whispers to Kale and Zeoll. "Get into that camp quickly. Hit'm hard and fast. Don't give'm time to think. It's your call Zeoll! Tell Kanchana to focus on healing and to stay out of the orc's way!"
He fumbles a bit with the bow, trying to get it ready, only accustomed to swords mainly.
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) Sunday May 23rd, 2004 3:56:45 AM
Assuming that his spell is in effect Toros will continue to concentrate on his "lullaby" to ease the positioning of others. He will also ready his longbow and arrow for the beginning of assault (not sure whether rolls from the previous round apply?)
Kanchana ((OOC)) Sunday May 23rd, 2004 6:05:51 AM
((In case James doesn't get my e-mail until late, Kanchana has NOT cast any spells due to an inaccurate placement on the map. If she is as far away as the DM has indicated, then she hasn't done anything but wait. Just an FYI. Also James has noted that there is very little grass and such to make an entangle spell questionable to cast at best. Kanchana doesn't waste spells so don't expect an entangle spell to be cast from her unless we have to retreat. Can anyone answer Toros' question about damage from Taur sized composite long bows with +2 strength bonuses?))
Kanchana (HP 42/44, AC 19) Sunday May 23rd, 2004 6:14:24 AM
If Zeoll gives Kanchana Brahmah's message about just healing paople and doing nothing else she will growl very lowly and look very peeved.
She has her bow ready and intends to try and help out so that people might not need so much healing; especially since we are so very spread out and wands of healing are touch-based. Kanchana would spend the whole battle stupidly running around trying to keep people relatively wound free. That would be very ineffective...
((P.S. I thought that James has said earlier that we were coming from the right side of the map? It looks more like we were coming from the bottom. See comment on placement (right hand side) in DM post 20/05-04. Maybe I misread that?))
(OOC) Brahmah Sunday May 23rd, 2004 7:15:37 AM
(See page 114 in the PHB) Regular large(or taur sized, called large for game mechanic reasons) longbows do 2d6 damage and have a range of 100ft. Large composite longbows also do 2d6 damage, but they have a range of 110ft.
Regular large shortbows do 1d8 damage(rather than 1d6) and have a range of 60ft, however, composite shortbows have a range of 70ft.
Only masterwork composite bows can add a strength bonus to damage. ------------------------------ To Eunice... nope, I think you read that DM post from the 20th correctly, unless I misread it too. Trust Brahmah, we're going to need a field medic, I feel. :) Sorry if I upset you, as a player.
Zeoll Sunday May 23rd, 2004 8:58:38 AM
Zeoll listens to Brahmah and relays his words to Kanchana and Kale. He thinks to himself for a second. "The captain wants us to get in fast, but he said it's my call. Kale and Vasch are not in position yet. Okay. Take a deep breath. My call."
Then Zeoll whispers (so Kanchana, Brahmah, and Kale can hear), "Brrahmah says it's my call. So Kale, take Vasch and get into betterr position. Let me know when you arre rready to fight. Therre's not enough grrass to Entangle an ogrre, but maybe therre's enough to tangle the orrcs. When Kale is rready, I'll cast Entangle at the back. Then we can all focus ourr attacks on the Ogrres."
Zeoll readies his Entangle, centered at O-Across-A-Down, to be cast if Kale says he is ready or if the enemy realizes what is happening.
Kale d20+8=20 Sunday May 23rd, 2004 10:14:29 AM
"We've got further to go." Kale whispers to Vasch. "We need to get near those tents." then Kale continues to move(move silently check of 20)
Vasch (Elixer of Hiding) d20+11=21 d20+16=33 d20+9=20 Sunday May 23rd, 2004 12:28:25 PM
"Agreed." He points to location ED on the map. "I think we can come in from there for best effect."
[Move Silently DC21, Hide DC33, Spot DC20]
Flat-top Sunday May 23rd, 2004 1:00:09 PM
Flat-top takes his cross bow and loads it (give the bolts a kiss as he loads), takes aim at Orc (P/L). "Any time Brahmah, any time now"
Paw caw(ceil) Sunday May 23rd, 2004 1:03:50 PM
Paw'caw jumps into the air, Flying to the nearest Tall tree.
Managram(ceil) Sunday May 23rd, 2004 1:07:09 PM
Managram crouches next to Leets and low growls at the enermy, (when Leets gives the word he'll be off at the blink of a eye)
Gecktar Monday May 24th, 2004 11:36:11 AM
As Brahmah said, Gecktar stay side by side with Toros. He then draws his composite bow trying to stay out of sight from the ogres.
He wispers to Toros : "A pleasure to be your associate in this fight. Let us show these nasties how we wield steel !"
(Going just behind Toros on the map)
Orc Encampment. (DM Jim) d20=20 d20=8 d20=5 d20=3 d20+2=22 d20+2=15 d20+2=7 d20+2=4 d20+2=13 d20+4=7 d20+4=18 d20+4=5 d20+4=8 d20+4=11 d20+4=21 Monday May 24th, 2004 6:48:26 PM
Zeoll and Kanchana move further into the rough area and get a lot closer to their goal. They can make out the orc standing guard and the two ogres talking, though they cannot catch anything being said.
Kale and Vasch move further in the open area, using the trees to cover thier movements. Before long they find that they must also move into the rougher area as well to keep from being spotted. Moving into the rougher area Vasch catches sight of movement in some of the bigger rocks, looking closer reveals two orcs.
Everyone else holds their positions but Pah'caw who flys into the tree further up. She stays there looking out at the camp before her.
[Made an ammendement to the starting position of the group. It was my bad wording that fouled that up, but it will all work out.]
[To get to the point that Vasch indicated you will have to move through the non-mountainal area and that will not get you to that position. Remember that movement is decreased in the rougher area. I gave Vasch and Kale the maximum distance possible without being seen.]
[Have gotten no posts from Leets it looks like. I think he took some time off and was suppose to get someone to RP for him. Anyone know anything about this?]
[The trees could very well entangle the orcs and or ogres, but you must remember that it would be hard for a pine type tree to reach very far to grab something. Anyone making a survival check 14 will realize that there is enough grass in places to catch orcs, but not enough to hold an ogre.]
[Anyone that made an attack roll for thier last post for when the fighting begins. I have kept that number along with damage if you want to use it. I will need a new damage number from Kanchana though for the Taur sized weapon. Also, there have been no spells used by anyone yet; besides lullaby from Toros, bless from Leets, magic fang from Brahmah and message from Zeoll.]
Kale d20+10=22 Monday May 24th, 2004 9:56:44 PM
seeing the orcs just 5 feet away from him, Kale motions to Vasch to sit tight and then thinks to Zeoll and Brahmah, "There are two orcs hidden up here in the rough. Im sure that there are others around here. Should we go on, or stay here and wait for the attack."(hide check of )
Vasch (Elixer of Hiding) d20+16=24 d20+11=23 d20+9=27 d20+5=12 d20+5=7 Monday May 24th, 2004 11:16:26 PM
"Let's sit and hit them when the attack starts. We'll get the jump on them and take them out quickly." He whispers to Kale.
Brahmah (AC 22, 75/75hps) Tuesday May 25th, 2004 12:21:15 AM
(OOC: Where's Leets guys!?!?!)
Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 2rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll's): 3rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 1st round(self) Bless(Leets): 1st round(party)
Thinking to Kale and conveying to Zeoll. "Okay, orcs up on your side Kale? Hang tight. Is there brush up in your area, Kale? Kale, would you be able to take those two down without much noise? Zeoll, watch yourself. If there are orcs over by Kale, then there must be some in your area too. Zeoll, are you comfortable making the combat call?"
He signals to Pah'caw(free action). When she reachs Brahmah, he'll cast Speak with Animals from his wand (move action to retrieve, standard action to activate). Then he'll tell her, "Look for orcs in the rocks, be careful, because orcs like eagle meat."
Zeoll d20+6=25 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 4:21:11 AM
Zeoll listens to Kale and Brahmah. He whispers, "Surre, Brrahmah!" Then he whispers, "Kale, you and Vasch trry to take out those two orrcs as quiet as can be! If the main horrde hearrs you, we'll attack them. Go, now!"
Zeoll tries to spot any lurking orcs. [OOC, Spot check 25]
He readies his Entangle spell so it goes off the moment the main body of orcs and ogres is alerted. As noted before, it will be centered at O-Across-A-Down, and has a 40 ft radius.
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) d20=15 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 5:44:33 AM
"It is my pleasure and honour..., Gecktar". Toros is very happy to see Gecktar come to fight next to him. He also continues to follow the movement of Chosen and the ogres. (spot d20, 15+5, 20) As far as he can understand, except Vasch and Kale everyone is positioned. Thus Toros will stop concentrating on the ogres (the lullaby spell has 1 more round in effect with the end of concentration) and cast another "lullaby" on the orc, left at K-J, in order to ease the actions of Vasch and Kale to move without being noticed.
Flat-top Tuesday May 25th, 2004 8:19:58 AM
Flat-top Keep his eye on his target and his finger on the cross bow trigger. Waiting for the word from Brahmah.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+10=26 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 9:01:59 AM
Paw'caw is in the tree top a little way back of her master, when she spots his signal. She swoops down onte his shoulder and look into his face. Brahmah tell her what to do,'Look for orcs, Be careful, Orcs like eagle meat!!' She hpo into the air, flies up to sky and tries to spot some enery in the rocks.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday May 25th, 2004 9:07:32 AM
Managran still gowling and ready to go as soon as Leets tell him to.
Gecktar Tuesday May 25th, 2004 10:59:50 AM
Gecktar feels the tension in the air... His muscle are hard like wood ready to release strength. But he is motionless waiting for the signal.
Kanchana d20+6=25 2d6(2+4)+2=8 d20+4=21 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 7:22:39 PM
Kanchana aims her bow to fire at orc QK (the orc closest to her and closest to the ogres). She will hold her shot until an attack is commanded. Kanchana will save her spells for now. She listens for any sounds from any possible nearby enemies trying to sneak up on them.
(MW Comp. Longbow +2 str: Hit AC 25, doing 8 pts dmg) (Listen 21)
Vasch (AC20, 32/32hp, Elixer of Hiding) d20+16=31 d20+11=23 d20+9=21 d20+5=22 d20+5=17 2d6(2+3)+1=6 2d6(6+3)+1=10 d6=1 d6=1 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 7:51:22 PM
"Alright, here we go." Vasch whispers. He slowly grabs two arrows. He readies himself and quickly fires two arrows into the orc at L/C. As the last arrow is released, he looks around to see if the arrows have drawn the attention of the camp.
Orc Encampment. (DM Jim) d20=19 d20=13 d20=4 d20=12 d20+2=22 d20+2=13 d20+2=17 d20+2=5 d20+4=13 d20+4=15 d20+4=13 d20+4=11 d20+4=16 d20+4=18 d20+12=17 d6+4=5 d20+10=12 d20+10=20 d20+10=20 2d4(2+1)+6=9 2d4(4+4)+6=14 2d4(1+4)+6=11 d20+10=13 d20+10=24 d20+10=12 2d4(1+4)+6=11 2d4(2+3)+6=11 2d4(2+1)+6=9 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 1:03:26 AM
Most of The Chosen holds their positions and wait for the command to fire. Brahmah spends his time spelling up himself to communicate with his eagle and send her on a scouting mission.
Toros hits the closest orc with his lullaby spell and it seems to sink deeper into it's relaxed position.
Pah'caw circles high in the air and surveys the area closely for any other signs of trouble. She spots several more orcs in the rough area to each side as she slowly circles the area.
Zeoll and Kanchana quickly scan the area as Brahmah gives them the news and they spot three orcs hidden among the boulders as well as an ogre. Kanchana had been intending to shoot the orc in camp, but the sudden appearance of orcs in their area and charging them made her change her mind. It instead thuds into one of the charging orcs.
Kale has a quick discussion with Vasch and the agree to try and take the two orcs out. But Vasch notices another two orcs hiding in the rocks as well. Still he lets a pair of arrows fly into the closest orc.
The orc that Vasch just shot lets out a scream of pain as both arrows enter his body. He has enough energy to pull up a javelin and send it flying at Vasch in retaliation (hit: 17, damage: 5).
The other three orcs turn to face Vasch and Kale with a look of delighted glee in their eyes, as they hoot and holler. They charge at the two of them with falchions pulled. The first two stop to engage Kale as he is closer (hit: 12, damage: 9 and hit: 20, damage: 14). The last skirts him and heads for Vasch, his falchion cutting low (hit: 20, damage: 11).
The ogre moves slowly towards Zeoll and Kanchana as it starts to shake. Spittle flies from it's mouth as it grinds it's hands around the handle of it's greatclub.
The three orcs on the other side by Zeoll and Kanchana seem to have been watching you as they are not surprised by your sudden spotting them. They charge forward with all intents on killing you. The first two swing their falchions at Zeoll as he curses (hit: 13, damage: 11 and hit: 24, damage: 11). The last steps up to make a swipe at Kanchana, an arrow of hers sporting from his chest (hit: 12, damage: 9).
The orcs in the camp start mobilizing with the scream from the left. The two ogres start moving forward and side by side at that. The hold greatclubs and have started to shake as they move forward. Their eyes are wide and they have started to foam at the mouth.
Both of the orcs in the very back of the camp start to chant and they slowly move their arms as they prepare to cast spells.
[Pah'caw will need to fly back to Brahmah to report what she has found out.]
[Zeoll, give me a quick idea of what you want to do. Cast the spell as the orcs had charged or hit a charging orc instead with a weapon. I will administer this as a held action for the last round. I will also need a held action from Flat-top and Gecktar that will have happened last round. More or less give me two actions, one for last post and one for the post to this DM post. Thanks.]
[Be aware that the above actions may make changes to the battle map. Escpecially if the entangle spell is cast by Zeoll.]
[STILL NO POST FROM LEETS - replacement needed so he stays in the battle. Also, how long has he been not posting for??]
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) Wednesday May 26th, 2004 2:46:38 AM
Realizing that their ambush plan has failed, Toros will stop concentrating on his lullaby spell (lasts 1 more round).
Rather, he will use his readied longbow. However, rather than the relaxing orc he will send it to the chanting spell caster at E-K. ((Jim, we can use the rolls in my previous post but I have not added the attack bonus from "bless", could you please add it))
Leets Wednesday May 26th, 2004 3:33:18 AM
(OOC: sorry, I couldn't have access for a couple of days. It's ok now...Let's see what's happening...)
Leets watches the two ogres coming closer side by side. He considers Brahmah's and Flat-Top position, who are both hidden, and calls:
"Managarm! Let's go, we'll face some ogres!"
Leets will move next to the tree on line S, not hidden. He will stand weapons in hands, but will nod at the ogres:
"Do you really need to remain together not to forget what you were doing! I wonder if you even get an entire brain by adding both yours! Come on!"
Waiting for the strange couple, Leets hope that by making them closer, it will help Brahmah and Flat-Top attacking.
Zeoll (readied action) Wednesday May 26th, 2004 6:02:00 AM
Zeoll casts his readied Entangle the moment that things start to go belly up -- before the two orcs advance on him to take their swings. He centers it, as previously planned, at O-Across-A-Down, with a 40-foot radius.
Gecktar (AC 18 hp 40) d20+5=19 2d6(2+5)+5=12 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 6:04:21 AM
When gecktar sees what's happening he immediately cast a divine Favor spell on himself to improve his fighting abilities.
Then seeing that spellcasters seems to invoke some of their power he decides to fire at one of them with his composite bow
(Fire at the same Orc as Toros hit AC 19 Damage 12)
Active spells : Divine Favor (1rd) (+2 luck bonus to attack rolls and damage) Bless (from Leets) (+1 morale bonus to attack rolls and saves vs fear)
Brahmah (AC 22 +cover, 75/75hps) d20+9=18 d20+4=22 2d6(4+2)=6 2d6(5+5)=10 d20-2=12 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 6:34:28 AM Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 3rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll's): 4rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 2rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 2rnds(party)
Brahmah lets out an 'eagle screech', meaning 'Fly away!'(free action to speak).
Brahmah thinks to Kale and Zeoll, "Talk to me friends, combat started! Let me know whats happening up there!"
From behind the tree(using it for cover and hiding 12)Brahmah then lets his arrows fly, aiming at the ogre (in O across, O down), realizing that both ogres are headed for Zeoll and Kanchana. (Bless included, hitting AC 18 and 22, for 6 and 10 damage.) The attack is intended to draw them off.
Brahmah's face is curled up in disappointment and also confirmation. He knows that the only reason their ambush attempt failed was because of the flare earlier down on the path.
(BTW, when we all get into melee combat, the 'G' representing Gecktar might get mistaken for an ogre. Just FYI. I suggest using 'R' for Gecktar. :)) (OOC: How much damage will you allow a large longbow to do if it is used as a club, Jim? ;))
Zeoll (bless, message, AC15, HP14 of 36) Wednesday May 26th, 2004 6:35:48 AM
With a gasp of pain, Zeoll realizes that he has been badly wounded. In a flash, he imagines how the dread god Gargul would react if the liontaur returned to the Lands of Rest less than an hour after his ressurection. This prompts Zeoll to do two things he never did before when he was alive.
He curses with the fluency of one who has been listening to the dead lament their fates -- "Duck a Shun, you Simple Prratts!"
Then he backs off, turns tail, and runs away! [Withdraw action, PHB p143] "Get out, Kanchana!" he calls over his shoulder. Then he whispers, "Brrahmah, Kale, thrree orrcs and an ogrre on this side. Kanchana and I arre wounded."
Zeoll flees to U-Down-P-Across (counting the first two squares as double cost, I think that's 80 feet).
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+7=17 d20+15=23 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 8:47:34 AM
OOC: Spot 23
Paw'caw see danger for the Taurs in and arround the gleen. She swoops down tonto Brahmah shoulder telling him "Black enermy in rocks both sides also in back of rock wall". Then she takes to the skies again, as high as she can go, watching to see what her master will do.
OOC If Brahmah get hurt she'll attact that enermy (attack 17) hope she hits.
Flat-top d20+12=21 d6=5 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 9:05:42 AM
OOC: Leet's has missed four post (the last time he posted was May 18.
Flat-top shoot his bolt at the oger (Pa/Ld), hitting him (dammages 5hp). "Take that, You Bugger face!"
Managran(ceil) d20+4=24 d6+3=9 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 9:20:25 AM
OOC: Attack 24 (natural 20); damages 9hp.
Managram will *Blink* out to the oger that Flat-top shot at, Bite him then *blinks* back to Leets again. Wait for his next orders.
Vasch (AC22, 21/32hp, Elixer of Hiding, Bless, Fighting Defensively) d20+3=19 d20+3=17 d4+3=4 d4+3=4 d20+5=18 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 9:27:10 AM
"Ahhh!!! By Tomi!" Vasch shouts as the orc bears down leaving a long gash along his flank. He defensively lashes out with his forepaws trying to fend off the orc before he has help.
"This is a scouting party!" He says to Kale. "
Tomi, I knew it; doesn't anything every go well, two hits!
"Tomi, strength and courage."
We'll need it.
[2 Claws- AC: 19 (4 points)/17 (4 points)]
[Listen DC18]
Kanchana (HP 42/44, AC 19) Wednesday May 26th, 2004 11:28:30 AM
The orc's blow actually flies wide, and Kanchana is no worst for wear from earlier.
Kanchana takes her a hint from Zeoll. She also withdraws quickly. ([Withdraw action, PHB p143]Straight back 80ft.) Just before she withdraws she yells at the top of her lungs: "REGROUP! REGROUP!" The she-wemic is fairly certain that there are others who have been ambushed as well.
When she catches up with Zeoll she says, "Zeoll I was not injured by that creature." With a big grin she says, "he missed." Kanchana is no longer grinning as she looks at Zeoll, "You look terrible though!"
If Kanchana has the opportunity she will sling her bow across her back as she retreats. This way her hands will be free to use the CSW wand on Zeoll. (Next round Kanchana will take out the CSW wand and heal Zeoll. I will roll for that next post.)
Kale d20+8=28 d20+8=27 d8+5=11 d8+5=10 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 12:05:34 PM
"Vasch didnt wait for me to attack with him!" Kale thinks to Brahmah and Zeoll as an orc sticks him with his sword. "There are four of them here!" then Kale slashes at the orc in LD(hit AC 28-possible critical with a hit on ac 27 for 11 and 10 for a total of 21 pts)
The Ambush Gone Awry. (DM Jim) d20+2=10 d20+2=21 d20+2=13 d20+6=24 d20+12=26 d6+4=5 d20+10=25 d4+6=8 d20+14=22 d20+14=23 2d8(8+2)+8=18 2d8(1+8)+8=17 Thursday May 27th, 2004 1:34:00 AM
Toros fires off his arrow at the orc spellcaster as he takes a step from the cover of the tree. His arrow flies true and strikes the caster dealing some damage.
Leets moves forward into the battle area and taunts the two ogres as the move down towards the group. It is evident to him that they had been expected by this little group and they are well armed for an advanced scout. Managarm follows along with his master and then blinks out to appear by an ogre that had just been struck by a bolt, biting him hard in the leg. He then blinks back to his master's side, hackles raised and growling.
Zoell gets out his entangle spell before the orcs and ogre had a chance to move and to his amazement two of the orcs are suddenly grappled in the strong grass that grows sparsely on the mountain. He accepts the blow of one of the orcs as it is able to avoid the grass and then backs off to ready himself for the next encounter.
Gecktar takes the time to cast a spell of his own before any of the monsters could move and then fires off an arrow of his own. He picks the same spellcaster orc that Toros shot, trying to put it down. He has much luck and the arrow sinks deep in orc flesh.
Brahmah screeches a warning to his eagle as he pulls back and lets an arrow fly into the furthest ogre to the right. It buries itself into the tough flesh of the ogre, that continues to foam at the mouth. Though it seems to have had little effect at all. He suddenly realizes that he was wrong, the ogres are moving in his direction and should reach Leets first as he has now moved forward. Pah'caw dives at the ogre that her master shot but pulls out of her dive when she only catches a little of it's black clothing.
Flat-top fires off a bolt into the ogre to the left and then smiles in satisfaction as it slams into it's shoulder. It does not slow though as the bolt hits and even the sudden appearance of Managarm biting it does little to slow it.
Vasch rears back and swipes at the orc with both front claws. His claws come away bloody as he draws red lines across the orc's face. It does little more though than superficial damage to the orc.
Kanchana finds that her orc did not get to her after all as it got caught up in the grasses. She is free to move back to safety and beside Kale with little difficulty. She puts away her bow as she moves and prepares to give him some healing.
Kale curses the fact that Vasch did not wait for him to cooridinate their attacks. He takes the hit from the orc and then returns it in kind. His own blade cuts deep and blood sprays as he hits something vital. The orc collapses at his feet and is not going to be able to continue the fight.
Two of the orcs on the right hand side struggle in the sparse grasses as Zeoll's entangle spell takes effect. They continue to struggle as their fellow orc and ogre move on by them. The orc that was able to get by continues the chase on Zeoll and Kanchana though it stops short of being able to attack. The ogre also continues on with it's pursuit of the two though it seems to waiver on what to do.
The orc that Vasch had wounded before things turned ugly pulls out another javelin and throw it at Vasch (hit: 26, damage: 5). One of the orcs had fallen to Kale's blade and it was out of the fight. The other orc snarls in Kale's face and launches another attack on him with it's falchion (hit: 25, damage: 8).
The two ogres coming down the middle split up as they see no real threats anywhere. The one ogre goes after Leets and due to his greater reach swings his club while staying out of range himself (hit: 22, damage: 18). The other ogre, that Flat-top had shot, heads to confront Toros and Gecktar. It also stops and uses it's greater reach to take a swing at Gecktar (hit: 23, damage: 17).
The two spellcaster orcs move forward as they finish off their spells or sort of. The one orc finds that his spell is no longer there as he tries to finish it, he had lost it in the attack. The other orc gets his spell out though it is not apparent what spell he cast.
The rest of the seven orcs slowly move into striking positions further down towards The Chosen.
Gecktar (AC18 hp 23) d20+9=23 2d6(6+5)+6=17 Thursday May 27th, 2004 3:26:35 AM
The Ogre's club hit Gecktar right in the chest cutting his breath for a moment. But adrenaline flows his blood lessening the pain. He drop his bow taking his hammer in one hand an then strikes back to the ogre (hit AC23 for 17 damage)
Active Spells : Divine Favor (2rd) Bless (from Leets)
Leets d20+7=19 Thursday May 27th, 2004 3:38:07 AM
The Centaur paladin has seen enough lost battle in his youth to know when a fight is going bad...
Heavily stroken by his opponent, Leets also hears Kanchana's call, and knows that by the Chosen battleplan, she has the overview of the situation.
With his opponent out of range, Leets will fight defensively while moving to the right side of the battlefield. He hope it will force the orcs to run under Flat-Top's and Brahmah's arrows...
"Comme on Managarm! It's time for all the Chosen to regroup!"
Brahmah (AC 22 +tree cover, 75/75hps) d20+9=24 d20+4=9 2d6(4+4)=8 2d6(2+6)=8 Thursday May 27th, 2004 4:26:06 AM CEIL! Remember, Pah'caw's claws are magic, I cast Magic Fang earlier. :) Oh! and Bless is in effect too.
Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 4rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll's): 5rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 3rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 3rnds(party)
Brahmah responds to Kale's statement about Vasch, outloud and mentally to Kale and Zeoll. "&@%*!! If he survives this, remind me to 'talk' with that taur!"
"Fall back!" Yells the leader, hearing the druids call.
Thinking to Zeoll and Kale, "Can either or both of you make it to the casters?! One of the them might be the leader."
Brahmah is not thrilled at what has transpired here today, but THIS time, the Chosen hadn't made many mistakes. The enemy was ready. But how? The flare? Did the scout make it back or have a spell on him that allowed for information to transfer quickly? Oh well. We'll never know for sure.
Still using the tree for cover, Brahmah fires again at the same ogre(Qa/Pd?)(Bless, hitting AC 24 and 9, 8 and 8 damage)
Brahmah screeches out at Pah'caw in eagle tongue, "Get the dark one making the sparklies! The dark ones by the fire!"
Zeoll (bless, message, AC15, HP25 of 36) Thursday May 27th, 2004 4:58:08 AM
Zeoll takes a five foot step back, just to make sure he is out of reach. Then, using his metamagic rod, he casts an extended Hideous Laughter spell on the orc right in front of Kanchana. [OOC: Will save vs DC15 or laughing and unable to act for 4 rounds]
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) d8=8 Thursday May 27th, 2004 6:11:15 AM
(blessed Toros still has his bow on his hand)
(Jim, don't taurs also 10 ft reach, like the ogres?)
(I rolled 1d8 for curing light wound on Gecktar but before getting chance to use it and post I had to leave my computer. Now I post and roll again in case you can not check the previous one. d8 +1, 8+1, 9)
Seeing the enemy is approaching with little problem, and Gecktar is hardly wounded, Toros can not think anything but touch on Gecktar in order to cure his wounds with all the healing energy he can give.
"Gecktar we must regroup with the others"
If Gecktar retreats after his attack on the Ogre, Toros will follow him. Otherwise he will move to his previous position behind the tree in order to benefit from the cover.
Kanchana d20+12=27 d8+1=6 d20+5=22 Thursday May 27th, 2004 8:36:24 AM
Kanchana stops and turns to check Zeoll's wounds. (Heal 27) He doesn't seem as bad off as she first thought so she takes out a CLW wand instead. She touches the wand to Zeoll and he feels a little better than before. (Heals 6 HP) Kanchana cannot help but notice (Spot 22) the orc closing in so she takes a 5ft step back. She is prepared to use her natural weapons (claws) to attack the orc if necessary.
(Heal 27, CLW wand i charge - 6 pts, Spot 22)
Kale d20+10=25 d8+5=13 3d6(6+5+2)=13 Thursday May 27th, 2004 9:32:01 AM
"If we can take care of these orc, maybe." Kale thinks to Brahmah, then Kale moves from combat and goes around Vasch to square NB so that he's flanking the orc engaged with Vasch, therefore able to use his sneak attack(hits AC25 for 13 normal damage and 13 sneak attack damage for a total of 26). "That should take care of him! Engage the next one in line! We need to get to that spellcaster as fast as possible!" Kale yells to Vasch.
Flat-top(ac22 - 85/85hp) d20+14=32 d6+2=8 Thursday May 27th, 2004 9:39:21 AM
"Brahmah! I'm going to fire my last bolt at the Orge(Pa/Qd) to slow him down. I'll be going to regroup next to Leets, this is going to be hand to hand from now on." Flat-top will go and stand next to Leets, fire his cross bow, throw the cross bow to the ground and arm himself with his Morning Star for the next round.
OOC: Attack 32 - Damages 8hp. and yes that's with all the extras I can add in
Paw'caw d20+9=26 2d4(4+3)+2=9 d4+1=5 Thursday May 27th, 2004 10:02:26 AM
OOC: Paw'caw will do a full attack 26 - damages Talons (4+1+3+1=9hp Beak 5hp total damages 14hp.
Paw'caw listens to her master, dives to the dark one (who is wiggling his fingers, at La/Gd), bites him and scrapes her talon accross his face before she rises to her soaring hight, ready to attack again.
OOC she also poops if the orc look up.
Managram(ceil) d20+4=20 d6+3=7 Thursday May 27th, 2004 10:11:52 AM
OOC: attach 20 - Damages 7hp.
Managram *blinks* to the same orc that bothering his master before, and again he bites bitter tasting orc. Then *blinks* back to his masters side.
The Ambush Gone Awry. (DM Jim) d20=9 d20+4=17 d20+4=17 d20+10=25 2d4(2+4)+6=12 d20+12=16 d6+4=5 d20+10=26 2d4(1+4)+6=11 d20+12=17 2d8(8+6)+10=24 d20+12=23 2d8(5+1)+10=16 d8=4 Thursday May 27th, 2004 8:57:03 PM
Toros reaches out and touches his friend, Gecktar, and heals him of some of the damage that the ogre inflicted on him He stays where he is at as Gecktar makes no move to retreat but continue to go toe-to-toe with the ogre.
Leets beats a retreat as he takes a strike from the ogre that had moved in on him. It is evident that on his own he is no match for the ogre. He hopes that the others can hit it with missile fire as well as the orcs as he moves back. Managarm blinks out to appear behind the ogre again and takes another bite out of the things leg. It only seems to enrage the ogre further.
Zoell steps back to give himself some distance to work with and pulls out a small rod. He hits the orc before Kanchana with a spell and waits to see its effects. He is happy to see the orc double over as it gives off what can only be perceived as laughter.
Gecktar finds himself facing off against a single ogre, but that is more than enough for him. He drops his bow at his feet as he is struck with the ogre's club and pulls out his own hammer. He strikes the ogre hard as possible as he watches the rest of the creatures close in.
Brahmah mentally files it away to have a talk with Vasch at a later time about his actions. He pulls back and fires off a pair of arrows at the ogre that he had shot earlier. The first arrow slams into the ogre but the second goes bouncing off the things armor. Pah'caw under her master's orders swoops down on the caster to the left. Her claws strike true and she takes the time to peck at his eyes before starting back up.
Flat-top fires off another bolt but this time into the ogre that is following Leets. He then drops his crossbow and starts to draw his morningstar as he moves to come up alongside Leets.
Vasch has made no attack yet. His attack will be added if he gets it in before the end of the day.
Kanchana pulls out the smaller of her wands and hits Zeoll with some healing. She finds that in the heat of the battle he is less hurt than she had first thought. This is a relief as far as she is concerned.
Kale shrugs and then slips around behind Vasch to get in a flanking position on the orc that is attacking Vasch. His sword slips in between the things back ribs and through his armor. The orc convulses and then slips to the ground as Kale pulls out his sword with a smile.
The two entangled orc continue to struggle in the sparse grass and still cannot get enough leverage to pull free. The orc that was able to get free continues the chase after the two retreating taurs. It pulls up within range of Kanchana and had been just ready to attack her when it fell into a fit of laughter. The ogre just smiles as it pulls up within its own range for an attack. It swings a mighty swing at Kanchana as she is trying to back off (hit: 25, damage: 12).
The injured orc pulls out its last javelin and throws it at Vasch (hit: 16, damage: 5). The orc that had decided to attack Vasch suddenly finds itself flanked and then dying from inflicted wounds. The other orc takes a step forward on Vasch and take a swing at him with his falchion (hit: 26, damage: 11).
An a stubborn ogre continues his chase after a retreating Leets and takes another swing at him as he draws near (hit: 17, damage: 24). The other ogre grunts under the assault from Gecktar, but seems to be little effected as it retaliates with a swing of its own (hit: 23, damage: 16).
The spellcaster on the left finds himself slumping to the ground as an eagle slams into his face. As the eagle starts to fly away, you can see a half torn up bloody mess where the orc's face used to be. The other orc smiles as his spell finally goes off as he releases it. There is a loud explosion in the air by Pah'caw, who is fourty feet in the air, as a sound burst goes off near her (damage: 6, Fort check 18 or be stunned for one round).
The rest of the seven orcs move even further down and they are not well within striking distance of many of The Chosen.
[Brahmah - bow as weapon, improvised for 1d8. Sorry meant to address this earlier.]
[Gecktar, Flat-top and Brahmah should consider thier armor class to be +2 for the cover provided by the tree.]
Kanchana (HP 30/44, AC 19) 3d8(6+2+1)+10=19 Thursday May 27th, 2004 9:35:43 PM
Once again Kanchana is not going to be a fool and withdraws. ([Withdraw action, PHB p143]Straight back as far as she can move, as fast as she can move. Another 80ft?) As she withdraws she sheathes her lesser healing wand. Just after she is hit badly and decides to withdraw again Kanchana says to Zeoll in Wemic, "I need to leave here. I cannot take another blow like that. You might do likewise, or be left here alone! I worry for your safety." Kanchana certainly sounds as bad as she feels. Next chance she gets she will draw her greater wand of healing and apply it to herself. The druidess certainly does not look very well, she is also feeling dizzy and sick from the internal bleeding the ogre's blow caused.
Kanchana notes with extreme dismay that the Chosen still do not really fight as a team; just as she feared would happen. She suddenly feels a strong sense of impending doom; if and when, they face off against the dragon offspring. She frets over how the others must be faring. She is beginning to feel overwhelmed and inadequate again. Kanchana is very worried that someone will die here. She discovers that she often worries and thinks that that might happen. She realizes that she needs to get a chance to draw a weapon and contribute to combat, or offer healing to any injured Chosen that she might come across, if they are to come away from this without having to face Gargul again! Kanchana feels even more sick and weary when she thinks about Gargul.
(Next chance she gets, CSW wand 1 charge, heals 19pts on herself.)
Toros 41-41 HP, 22 AC Thursday May 27th, 2004 10:00:09 PM
Watching the improvement of enemy Toros asks these as if talking to himself:
where should Gecktar and I move to regroup, to the side of Brahmah and others or that of Kale and Vasch, they may be in need of help...
why they couldnt use entangle to stop the movement of these orcs, they just come in front of us...
Zeoll (bless, message, inspire courage, AC15, HP31 of 36) Friday May 28th, 2004 12:37:14 AM
Zeoll sees the mass of orcs in the middle and really wishes he had another Entangle to cast. But he senses Kanchana's worry and decides to lift the group's spirits. He takes a five foot step back to be out of the ogre's reach and sings as he draws his greatsword.
Come Chosen and rrally! To honorr! To arrms! Now gatherr togetherr and make us a stand! Have courrage! Ignorre all yourr fearrs and alarrms! Come fight! And we'll win now as Domi's fairr band!
[OOC: Bardic Inspire Courage gives everybody a +1 to attack and damage. Does not stack with Bless, unfortunately, but since bless gives no damage bonus, the bard song adds that, anyway.]
Brahmah (AC 22 +2 tree cover, 75/75hps) d20+9=11 d20+4=24 d20+4=17 2d6(4+4)+1=9 2d6(5+1)+1=7 2d6(5+3)+1=9 Friday May 28th, 2004 3:52:59 AM
(OOC: How large is the tree Brahmah's next to? Trunk size, height, etc? BTW, thank you for the improvised damage.)
Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 5rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll): 6rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 4rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 4rnds(party) Bardic Inspire Courage(Zeoll): gives everybody a +1 morale to attack and damage(party)
Brahmah smiles, as he sees Pah'caw's orc's bloody mass crumple. "That's my girl." He thinks.
Thinking to Kale and Zeoll, "Keep me updated! It's getting ugly down here."
The minotaur considers his position, relative to the others. He debates, ever so briefly. Thinking to himself, This whole thing is wrong, the orcs... the ogres... seemed prepared for everything.
Seeing Leets, Managarm and Flat-top with the ogre, Brahmah decides it's time for a strategy change. He shifts his attacks toward the ogre(Sa/Xd) in the rocks, chasing Zeoll and Kanchana. Fires, twice. (Hitting AC 11 and 24 threat(crit 17), for 9 and 7(crit 16)).
Gecktar (AC20 hp 16) Friday May 28th, 2004 5:47:40 AM
One more time the giant strikes hard on the armor of Gecktar. Even the cover of the tree don't help this time. He suddenly realizes that they will be separated from the rest of the Chosen if they don't move immediatly. "Toros ! We must join the other ! Let's move now !"
He will withdraw from the fight and move with Toros (if Toros moves) to go by the side of Brahmah. He will wait for Toros. So if he don't move, Gecktar will stay side by side with him.
When Withdrawing Gecktar retrieves his shield.
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22) d20=3 d20=11 2d6(4+6)=10 Friday May 28th, 2004 7:41:22 AM
For one second Toros will think to move towards left side, worrying about Vasch and Kale, but he is not that much capable of determining their situation, from where he stands (spot, d20, 3 +5, 8). Thus obeying the call of Gecktar he will start to move toward Brahmah. However, while he moves backward he still faces the orc and ogre, and he will place one more arrow to his longbow. When he come next to the tree at line W he will stop for a moment, target the other spellcaster at Ga-Pd and make his shot. Motivated by Zeoll's inspiring poem and Leet's blessing prayers he hopes that Gods will be on his side and he will be lucky enough to hit the spellcaster; he knows that this time his shoot is not as good as his previous one. (d20, 11 +6, 17) (damage, 2d6, 10 +1 = 11). After his shoot he will quickly retreat with Gecktar towards right-hand side.
However rather than going next to Brahmah, Toros will move behind the tree at level Z (I am sorry that this means to be out of map), he still hopes to make another shoot, before the orcs can catch him.
Kanchana (addendum/correction) Friday May 28th, 2004 8:20:40 AM
Kanchana withdraws from (down) X (across) U to (down) U (across) Y (near to Brahmah) moving a total of 35ft. Avoiding all orcs and ogres in the process of her withdrawal.
Vasch (AC20, 5/32hp, Bless, Elixer of Hiding) d20+15=30 d20+9=26 Friday May 28th, 2004 10:00:14 AM
(OOC: Sorry about missing yesterdays post, computer issues.)
With heavy weezing in his voice Vasch says, "Fall back...Kale." Vasch bears down low to the ground and make a great leap back away from the fighting, landing in Q/E, and finishing his move in V/E. He will then reach for a potion.
[Jump DC30- 15 feet without running start, Spot DC26]
Kale d20+7=27 d20+7=23 d8+4=12 d8+4=12 Friday May 28th, 2004 10:22:50 AM
seeing Vasch jump away, Kale starts to say something about staying, but he holds his words and falls back, shooting an arrow at the orc that was engaged with Vasch(i cant belive it, another possible critical, Ac 27 plus Ac 23 follow up, damage is 12 plus 12 for a total of 24. Im sure a bunch of ones is in my future, though). then Kale will stand in front of Vasch, remembering that he promised Kachanga that he would look after him.
Flat-top d20+15=31 d20+10=25 d20+14=19 d20+10=26 d8+8=15 d8+8=10 d4+5=9 d4+5=7 Friday May 28th, 2004 12:28:26 PM
Flat-top will attack the orc(in frount of Leets), he swings this way then bring the weapon back again (ac31 & ac25), But he's not through with taht orc, Flat-top will not hit the ugly orc with his hooves(ac19 & ac25). "Are you still awake??" Flat-top asked the pille of bloody fur??.
OOC: attack 31 & 25, Damages 15+10=25hp from Morning Star - Attack ac19 & ac26, Damages 9+7=16hp from his hooves. Total 25+16=41hp. and Flat-top is braging
Ceil, the placement for Flat-top will not allow you to hit the orc. It is all the way over by Managarm. You will need to take a step forward to hit the ogre and take an AoA or stay your ground. Your choice. Sorry. :)
Kale d8+4=12 Friday May 28th, 2004 5:37:02 PM
OOC, i forgot a shortbow does X3 damage on a critical, so add 12 pts to the total damage if it was indeed a critical hit
The Ambush Gone Awry. (DM Jim) d20+4=8 d20+4=8 d20+12=26 2d8(3+1)+10=14 d20+12=24 2d8(2+1)+10=13 d20+10=23 d20+10=19 d20+10=16 d20+10=30 d20+10=22 d20+10=15 d20+10=17 d20+10=17 d20+10=28 2d4(4+4)+6=14 2d4(3+4)+6=13 2d4(1+1)+6=8 2d4(3+2)+6=11 2d4(1+3)+6=10 2d4(3+1)+6=10 2d4(3+4)+6=13 4d4(3+1+4+1)+6=15 2d4(2+1)+6=9 d20+10=29 2d4(2+1)+6=9 d20+10=27 4d4(1+1+3+1)+6=12 Saturday May 29th, 2004 9:51:33 PM
Toros follows along with Gecktar as he retreats but stops long enough to fire off an arrow at the last remaining spellcaster. His arrow slams into the orc who has turned his attention to Pah'caw.
Leets to be added later along with a post for Managarm.
Zoell moves back to get himself out of the ogre's range. He starts an inspiring song about The Chosen and how they can win the day. In the process he draws his greatsword and prepares to do battle.
Gecktar can see that they will soon be cut off from the rest of the group. He comments on this to Toros and then moves away from the current combat that he is engaged in. He comes to stop by Brahmah and prepares to continue the good fight.
Brahmah decides to change his game plan and turns, firing off two arrows at the ogre that is pursueing Kanchana and Kale. His first arrow flies wide of the ogre but he second buries into the things leg, but only slows it for a second. Pah'caw post to be added when I have one.
Flat-top post to be added after a question is asked by the DM.
Vasch makes several small leaps that puts him a good distance from the orcs that he and Kale were fighting. He reaches into a pouch and retrieves a potion that he plans to drink next round.
Kanchana pulls back even further to Brahmah's side and pulls out her bigger healing wand. She is not feeling all that great after the ogre's clubbing blow.
Kale is about to comment about the retreat of Vasch and then just shrugs it off. He fires off an arrow at the healthy orc and then retreats to stand before Vasch. His arrow is true and drives itself through the orc to end with over half of it sticking out it's back.
The two entangled orcs still cannot find the leverage to break free of the grasses and they are getting tired. The orc continues to have a fit of laughter caused by the spell from Zeoll. The ogre steps forward and takes a swing at a singing Zeoll (hit: 26, damage: 14).
The injured orc pulls out it's falchion and moves after the retreating Vasch and Kale, it does not look too well. There are three dead orcs still in the rough area on the left side.
The ogre takes another swing at Leets as he gets reinforcements from some of the other Chosen (hit: 24, damage: 13). The other ogre moves down to where he could possibly cut Toros off from the rest of The Chosen to the right.
The orc by Managarm takes a swing at the dog as it stands guard for his master (hit: 29*crit27*, damage: 9*crit12*).
One spell caster is dead, clawed to death by Pah'caw. The other spellcaster pulls out a falchion of his own and moves towards the bird.
The last seven orcs start splitting up to engage The Chosen directly. Kale finds himself engaged by one of the orcs as it moves over to hit him (hit: 23, damage: 14). Vasch also finds himself being assaulted by another orc (hit: 19, damage: 13). Toros finds two of the orcs have come up beside him as he hides behind the tree, both of them try to skewer him on falchions (hit: 16, damage: 8 / hit: 30*crit22*, damage: 9*crit15*). Brahmah finds himself with an orc at his own door as he looks over the situation of the others (hit: 15, damage: 11). Gecktar looks up in time to see an orc close on him as well with a drawn sword, that is soon swinging at him (hit: 17, damage: 10). The last two of the seven orcs flank Flat-top where he stands to aid Leets, both cut at him with a ferocity unknown to some (hit: 17, damage; 10 / hit: 28, damage: 13).
[Orc AC: 17 and Ogre AC: 18] [Everyone must make a Will DC 18] [Minotaurs remember reach against orcs moving in on you. You get an AoA against them.] [Post Needed - need one for Managarm, Pah'caw and Leets.] [Flat-top - please read comment attached to your Friday post.]
[Brahmah - tree is at least thirty feet tall and at least twenty two inches across.]
Toros 32 (41-9) HP, 24 (22 AC +2 from tree cover), blessed, inspired d20=7 d20=7 d20=19 d20=18 2d6(1+5)=6 Saturday May 29th, 2004 11:14:04 PM
(Vasch, I think you can drink your potion as a part of the previous round, Jim has let you to add your missed post to the previous round!?! )
Toros is very happy to see that his arrow also has found its place at the second spellcaster. Hiding behind the tree he thinks he has found a secure place away from the Ogre and the orcs at least for a short time. Using this time, he tries to evaluate the situation. (7+5 = 12, spot check). Then he tries to understand why the Chosen has not used "entangle" to stop the approach of orcs. He comes up with the conclusion that there is not enough vegetation (d20 + 5, 12<DC14 to realize there is enough grass to entangle the orcs).
Then he notices that all the orcs are spread to confront one Chosen. He wants to go to the help of Vasch but he is also attacked by two of them, and he realizes that the approaching ogre is most likely to attack him, too.
The attack of the first orc is ineffective but that of second finds its target on Toros. Fortunately the tree protects him from getting a critical damage.
He tries to maintain his composure (will save against 18 < D20, 19 + bonuses) and retreats further towards the other Chosen. As in the previous round he will move 2 steps back, facing his opponents, and placing one more arrow to his longbow. Then he will send one more arrow to the remaining spellcaster. This time his sight is open and Toros knows that he made a good shot that can find its place inside the orc's armor(18+6, 24 against 17, damage 6+1 = 7, total damage of the two arrows on the spellcaster is 18hp).
After his shot, he will move backward from under where Gecktar stands, staying away from any AoP. He will come to the square of ZzVd.
Kale d20+8=17 d20+8=10 d8+5=12 d20+8=21 d8+5=12 Saturday May 29th, 2004 11:16:33 PM
as the orc moves in on Kale, he's quick enough to slash at it twice(AoA hits AC17 for 12 pts of damage and regular attack misses, then hits using a hero point to reroll - hits AC21 for 12 pts, a total of 24 pts of damage). "I hope you got something up your sleeve. I cant take much more of this!" Kale yells at Vasch.
Toros Saturday May 29th, 2004 11:37:32 PM
OOC: Kale could you please write your AC and HP for our information.
Vasch (AC22, 14/32hp, blessed, inspired, elixer of hiding, fighting defensive) d8+1=9 d20+3=7 Sunday May 30th, 2004 12:50:59 AM
The orc's sword just misses the mark as Vasch steps back just enough to stay away from it sword drawing his sword (as part of his move). Pulling the top off the vial Vasch drinks down the potion (cure light wounds)(standard action).
"Sorry, I've got nothing up my sleeve and I can't take much more either." he says to Kale. "These things are a lot tougher than I thought."
[Potion of Cure Light Wounds - heal 9 hps] [Will save DC7]
Toros Sunday May 30th, 2004 12:53:07 AM
OOC: For your information I tried to calculate the the total damages that Chosen made on ogres: The one on the left -31, on the middle (if Flat-top decides to hit it) -80, on the right - 16.
The spellcaster orc and the one that Vach has wounded is also -18, I think...
Jim, please correct me, if I made wrong.
Brahmah (AC 22 +2 tree cover, 75/75hps) d20+12=29 d8+10=17 d20+13=23 d8+8=13 Sunday May 30th, 2004 5:04:19 AM Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 6rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll): 7rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 5rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 5rnds(party) Bardic Inspire Courage(Zeoll): gives everybody a +1 morale to attack and damage(party)
Glancing toward the spellcaster, Brahmah realizes that his feathered friend is in peril. He screeches out to her. "Pah'caw! The dark one! It approaches!"
AoAAs he finishes speaking to his friend, he notices how small the orcs actually are up close. He smiles, teeth bared. Bow in hand, the mintaur looks at it and then at the orc. Sliding his hand down the length of the bow in a single fluid motion, and with no hesitation, he grabs it with his other hand and swings with all his might. (Using the longbow like a club, Brahmah swings with intent on the orcs head(Xa/Rd), with both hands, base melee, +bless, +damage from inspire, Hitting AC 29, for 17 damage)
Full Round Brahmah drops the broken bow, simotaneously drawing his Falchion and Kukri (move action drawing both light/one handed, two weapon style).
He then head butts the same orc, using his horns (standard single attack,(AC 23 for 13 damage, magic/inspired horns)).
Toros Sunday May 30th, 2004 5:58:26 AM
Securing himself for a second, Toros talks, standing behind Gecktar and Brahmah:
"Well done Captain!!"
"Watch yourself Gecktar, these orcs after me are most likely to attack you next!!"
Gecktar (AC20 hp 40/40) d20+8=28 d20+8=18 2d6(1+2)+5=8 2d6(6+5)+5=16 2d6(6+3)+5=14 3d8(8+5+2)+15=30 d20+3=15 Sunday May 30th, 2004 6:15:29 AM
When Gecktar join Brahmah he realizes that the confusion of the fight mislead him. It have been more profitable to join Vash who his isolated and seriuosly wounded. Realizing that an orc approches he freely swing his hammer releasing all his strength in the blow. (AoO hit AC 28 crit hit AC 18 damage 8 crit +16 +14 for total of 38)
If the orc fall his chest broken under the impact and probably lungs perforated, Gecktar will do the following
Taunt the ogre so it doesn't take Toros as target "Come on mummy ! You're as nimble as a mountain and maybe as strong as human wizard ! Let face your doom with me and feel the wrath of domi on you bones !"
Saying that he knows that another strike from the ogre will probably put him out of fight. So he takes his CSW wand and apply it to him regaining much energy. He then ready himself to engage the ogre.
Will save vs DC 18 failed (15) except vs Fear (19)
Zeoll (bless, message, inspire courage, AC15, HP23 of 36 after cure) d8+1=2 d8+1=6 d20+11=26 Sunday May 30th, 2004 8:30:44 AM
Zeoll steps back five feet, out of reach again, for a moment. He stops singing -- inspired bonuses continue for 5 rounds). He reaches into his pack for a potion (move action), and drinks it -- cure light wounds for 6 (Wold house rule rerolling a 1 on a cure).
Zeoll whispers to Kale and Brahmah, "Captain, this is turrning into a rrout. I think we might want to rrun away beforre we starrt drropping like flies."
Zeoll's WIll Save is 26.
Kale d20+3=15 Sunday May 30th, 2004 10:13:20 AM
OOC, forgot my will save - 15
Flat-top(Ac22 - 85hp) d20+5=18 d20+17=35 (critacle) d20+17=34 d20+11=23 d8+8=14 d8+8=15 d8+8=13 Sunday May 30th, 2004 3:19:52 PM
OOC; Your right, the orc is by Managram, Flat-top has to take that step to reach the enermy and chance the AoA, so he cannot hit that orc with his hooves attack also. OOC,PS; Save 18, Attack ac35(critical),ac34 (not critical), ac23 - Damages 14+15+13=42hp.
Flat-top will finish off that orc, turns to Leets "Is managram Alright??."
PS Where is every body??
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+5=8 Sunday May 30th, 2004 3:32:37 PM
Paw'caw climbs higher and higher, But an explosion BooM near her, she fall about 10 feet, She puts more effort into her wings and climbs in a zigzag pattern, untill she reaches 80 feet.
OOC: Fort save 8
Managram(ceil) Sunday May 30th, 2004 3:53:15 PM
The dog takes a crushing blow to the body, the dog yelp in pain, "kayiii!" Then *blinks* off to the other demintion.
OOC: Leets will have to call his dog back, if he want him in this battle. BUT Managram will be all healed and ready to go.
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) d20+8=16 d20+5=16 Monday May 31st, 2004 5:18:42 AM
Kanchana is getting very bored of continually pulling out and putting away wands. She repeats that particular action once again, except this time she draws her scimitar afterwards and slips its lanyard around her wrist. Kanchana grips her scimitar tightly. She waits as she surveys the battlefield (looking for Chosen who obviously need healing, or for anyone needing assistance).
The druidess watches everything begin to unravel, seemingly the Chosen are losing this battle. 'too disorganized, not a team... too disorganized' she thinks dejectedly. She feels her willpower ebbing.
(Will save against DC 18, rolled 16 (failed save), Spot 16)
Leets d20+9=28 d8+2=6 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 2:57:10 AM
Leets is troubled because of opposite information coming to his ears...
On one side he ears Kanchana for a retreat...
On the other Zeoll calls for standing...
For now, the Centaur paladin will let his old reflexes lead his acts, and he swings his morningstar at the ogre who dares to follow him: 28 to hit, 6 damage.
Seeing Managarm disapearing to his homeworld doesn't makes him confident in the end of the battle:
"Brahmah! Kanchana called for retreat! What shall we do! Where are the others?!?"
Paw'caw(ceil)ac18 - 12/17hp d20+8=28 d20+8=20 d20+8=17 d20+3=20 d4+3=5 d4+3=5 d4+3=7 d4+3=5 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 9:42:28 AM
Paw'caw has reach the hight she wants, she turn and dive towards the one orc (that wiggling his fingers)with her back to the sun (If the magic user or illusanist look up, he has to do it looking into the sun). With beak and tallons ready she'll does a full attack. Hitting with the talons first, then the beak. While the orc react by grabing his face, Paw'caw will climb up to her safty of the sky.
Flat-top Tuesday June 1st, 2004 10:38:59 AM
Flat-top goes to Kanchana side asking, "Your alright Kitten?". then Looks around to see where to defend next.
Adm Ceil Tuesday June 1st, 2004 10:52:04 AM
I'll will wait until 3:00pm to see if DM Jim posts before he goes on well earned Vacation. Then I'll start posting for you. Until then, My Sweet Victims.
Kanchana d20+5=22 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 3:02:32 PM
Kanchana yells to Leets (in Tauric of course), "Darn language! I said REGROUP not retreat! That means quit meandering around and come together as a group to protect eachother!" Kanchana is in no way angry, she is only yelling to make herself heard.
The wavering and tired she-wemic looks over at Flat-top and gives him a weary smile. "I think I am fine... I am fine now; for however long that might last. Do you need any healing? Are you alright Flat-top?" Kanchana asks her last question with more than a hint of worry in her voice. She is beginning to outwardly show small signs indicating her declining will to keep on 'fighting'.
Once again Kanchana surveys the battlefield and sees that they are not doing all too well. Kanchana sees a lot of blood caked on some of her comrades. In the back of her mind she wonders how much of it is their own?
(Spot 22)
ADM Ceil d20+4=8 d20+4=8 d20+4=17 d20+4=16 d20+6=12 d20+6=10 d8+5=10 d8+5=13 d8+5=7 d8+5=9 d8+5=6 d8+5=8 d20+5=23 d20+5=14 d8+4=6 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 4:55:41 PM
OK! To DM Jim have a nice rest and I'll take care of these mushmelloooos Here we go people.
Paw'caw glides down with the sun at her back, it works because the orc never saw her comming. She does a full attack(lucky bird)with her talons first then the beak, then flys off with the orc eye ball, She is slow in climbing. the orc drop to the ground unconses, at the same time the two orcs in frount of Kale and Varck drop to the ground not moving. The two orcs in frount of Toros fall to the ground, they do not move but you don't disapere. The three that suround Brahmad and Gecthar also fall to the ground and don't move, but the body is still there. the two orgers stand side by side (Q&R across - U down) waiting for the chosen to advance, the two Giants disaperes no sign of them. The two orc in the trap that Zeoll threw at then still hold One orc, but the other is still trap. the orc that is 10 feet away from Leets attack him but the buzzing of that bird made him duck. (leaving AoA for Leets) Flat-top is making sure that Kanchana and Zeoll are all right. The orc that was in the trap is now at (Xdown & R across).
Sorry no Monday post, got caught up in Memorial Day stuff in the evening. Goodbye by faithful players for the Month of June. Have fun all of you.
Zeoll (bless, message, inspire courage, AC13, HP23 of 36) d20+6=13 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 5:40:24 PM
Seeing enemies fall, Zeoll thinks that maybe the party has a chance after all. He leaps to attack the Ogre near him (a charge). His greatsword hits AC13 -- a miss.
Watching and hearing all the battlefield from behind Toros rages (+2 str. and con. - AC) with anger, if not fear. With full concentration and adrenalin he takes one step, chooses his target (The orc in X down R aross) and sends his arrow, hoping it to be a last deadly blow. Then he drops his bow, and takes his glaive on his hands. And readies himself for the next attack (spot d20, 16+5, 21). But what happens to all these orcs and ogres, they suddenly fall and disappear!!
Vasch (AC22, 14/32hp, elixer of hiding, blessed, inspired, fighting defesively) d20+2=14 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 11:57:52 PM
All the orcs fall to the ground around Vasch and Kale. "By Tomi!" Better take advantage of this.
Vasch moves up to the standing orc and swings his sword at the standing orc while keeping up his guard.
He swings but his sword glances harmlessly off the orc's armor.
[AC14]
Toros Wednesday June 2nd, 2004 12:29:57 AM
"Captain! Paw'caw has saved us, ending the existence of the two spellcasters! I think these fallen orcs were somehow connected to the spellcasters, when they cannot do magic these orcs also become harmless. But what kind of magic is that... What do you suggest now? I also cannot identify any leader of them!"
Brahmah (AC 22, 75/75hps) d20+15=26 2d8(2+2)+14=18 Wednesday June 2nd, 2004 6:27:13 AM Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 7rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll): 8rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 6rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 6rnds(party) Bardic Inspire Courage(Zeoll): gives everybody a +1 morale to attack and damage(party)
He calls to Pah'caw to regroup with him, in eagle tongue.
Confused, but relieved, the minotaur makes for the orc nearby(V across, T down), charging him, horns down and swords out. (Charging horn attack, Inspired and Magic Fang, AC 26, for 18 damage) He stops next to Leets.
Kale d20+11=17 d8+6=13 3d6(4+6+1)=11 Wednesday June 2nd, 2004 12:18:46 PM
"Your right about that." Kale says to Vasch and he moves into a flanking position across from Vasch, then Kale sticks his sword into the orc(gets flanking and sneak attack bonuses, hits AC 17 - a hit for 13 normal damage and 11 sneak attack damage for a total of 24 pts)
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) Wednesday June 2nd, 2004 5:23:57 PM
Kanchana stares in utter surprise at the sudden collapse of so many of their enemies. [No replies to Kanchana's surveying the Chosen for injuries, so...] Quickly regaining her wits she moves to assist either Leets or Zeoll if necessary; since no one seemed to look seriously injured to her - just covered in rapidly coagulating blood. She still has her scimitar readied.
(moving to V down - W across)
Flat-top Wednesday June 2nd, 2004 7:16:29 PM
Since kanchana is alright, Flat-top goes back to stand with Leets. There he'll take a stand with Brahmah and Leets. He notices that an orc is out of Zeol trap and comming from the north strait at them. He will stand ready for him.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday June 2nd, 2004 7:26:30 PM
Paw'caw is gliding in her lazy eight pattern, when she hears that her master wants her. She decends in a spiral pattern rather odd way because she's hurt. She buzzes every body, but land on Brahmah shoulder, she will not look him in the eyes, because she think she failed him.
Zeoll (bless, message, inspire courage, AC13, HP23 of 36) d20+5=10 d20-1=10 d20-1=11 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 12:30:39 AM
Zeoll keeps fighting with sword and paws. But all his attacks fail badly!
ADM Ceil d20+2=12 d20+2=14 d4+2=4 d20+3=8 d20+3=16 d20+2=12 d20+2=9 d20+5=25 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 1:51:55 AM
OOC: Well that was a good storm my area had, now back to the story...
Now Paw'caw return to Brahmah shoulder, But doing her best to throw the enermy off blance. Giving the Chosen an AoA. Kale and Varch as the two orc goes down and they look dead, But theres a third one standing in frount of then ducking from Paw'caw buzzed. Varch take a swing at him, scraching his armor, But Kale hit him, doing doing 24 point of damages, the orc is dead. This one was real. Toros is still wondering as to what happen ,looking for the leader, Shoot an arrow into the orc in frount of Leets and doing Four point of damage. That ones real(be sure that you tell me where you are going to, Please) Brahmah moves to go next to Leets, as he move he steps on a body and his hooves goes right through the body, Hmmm! hoow odd?? Gecthar I don't know where you are?? Flat-top after seeing that Kanchana is all right, goes to stand on the other side of Leets ready with his morning star. Kanchana is healing Leets whos is hurting. Zeoll is doing his best But cannot seem to either missing or his enermy is??
There is two Ogers standing side by side (at T&U accross - Q down) not moving but taking a swing at Paw'caw, they miss the bird but one of them almost got her. there's an orc in frount of Leets, and another in frount of Brahmah and Paw'caw, he want to kill paw'caw. The other orc is startle but takes a swing any way but also misses (What's wrong with the dice roller) Now one of the orc that was trap is making his way down to get Flat-top, He's about 20 feet away but with blood in his eyes. The other orc just broke his bonds and will start coming down to the Chosen. Good luck Kiddies.
Brahmah (AC 22, 75/75hps) d20+11=22 d20+12=32 d20+12=25 d20+6=9 d20+7=13 2d4(1+3)+8=12 d6+5=6 d6+5=11 2d4(3+2)+8=13 d6+5=7 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 2:54:18 AM Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 8rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll): 9rnds(Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 7rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 7rnds(party) Bardic Inspire Courage(Zeoll): gives everybody a +1 morale to attack and damage(party)
Brahmah tells Pah'caw to leave, hoping she just flies away(if all she does is fly, she won't get hurt). He tells he to move away, in eagle tongue.
Brahmah on the other hand, confronts the orc in (U/T). He attacks, business in mind. (hitting AC 22, 32(crit 25, kukri), 9 and 13; for 12, 6(17 crit, kukri), 13 and 7 damage)
Leets d20+9=14 d20+9=28 d8+2=10 d8+2=6 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 3:38:08 AM
Leets mentally thanks Paw'Caw for her help, and swings back his morningstar at the annoyed orc (14 attack, 10 damage).
"Brahmah! Nice to have you here! Let's show those greenskins what the Chosen can do all together!"
Leets once more attacks the orc (28 attack, 6 damage).
Vasch (AC20, 14/32hp, elixer of hiding, blessed, inspired) d20+4=14 d20+4=15 2d6(1+2)+1=4 2d6(2+2)+1=5 d20+9=28 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 9:07:41 AM
As the orc falls, Vasch drops his sword and repositions (T row, G column). Grabbing two arrows he lets them fly towards the two ogres across the trail (Aiming at the one in column T).
[AC14, 4 points; AC15, 5 points]
[Spot DC28]
Toros 34 (+2 rage) HP, 20 AC (- rage), blessed, inspired d20=10 2d8(3+3)+10=16 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 10:25:26 AM
<<Ceil, is the damage from Toros's attack in last round 24 or 4??>>
Toros will charge (+2 to attack and damage-wemic feature) to the nearest ogre with his glaive. As it has 10ft reach this should not create any AoO against him. (d20,10+10, 20 attack, 16hp damage)
OOC: Toros damage on orc is 24hp.
Kale d20+8=16 d8+4=5 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 10:46:24 AM
Kale stands beside Vasch and shoots his shortbow at the nearest ogre(hits ac 16 for 5pts). "Ive already killed 5 orcs." Kale says "I woundnt mind adding an ogre to the count."
Flat-top d20+15=24 d20+11=29 d8+8=10 d8+8=11 d8+8=10 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 3:46:29 PM
Flat-top will confrount the orc comming thoward him from(Wa/Sd). Hitting him with the Moning Star (attack ac24 & ac29 - damage 11hp& 10 hp). He's bleeding a little from between his eyes.
Pae'caw(ceil) Thursday June 3rd, 2004 4:00:48 PM
Paw'Caw take off , and flies to the tallest tree she can find, the preems herself sothat the hurt will go away.
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) d8+1=5 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 8:54:01 PM
Kanchana helps to heal Leets since he is obviously injured. However she uses the CLW wands since it is impossible for her to tell just how hurt!
(Heals Leets 5 HP)
((Everyone, I implore you to write your HP and AC after your character name in the title of your post. It makes it far, far easier for the 'healers' to know what remedy to use.))
Pah'caw(OOC: Jay B) Thursday June 3rd, 2004 10:12:40 PM
OOC: Kanchana(Eunice), it would be obvious to you, a druid, that Pah'caw wasn't flying too well. She is wounded, according to Ceil. :)
Brahmah has been swung at, but has yet to have been hit. He's not wounded. :) Cheers.
Zeoll (bless, message, inspire courage, AC19, HP23 of 36) d20+11=14 Thursday June 3rd, 2004 10:19:45 PM
Wanting to know what is illusion and what isn't, Zeoll goes into total defense (+4 AC) and tries to look around. Whatever turns up as illusion, he tells the group about.
[OOC: Will save vs illusions: 14]
Kanchana (to Brahmah + Pah'caw OOC) Friday June 4th, 2004 1:51:47 AM
((Yes she knows and will heal Pah'caw either after the battle is ended, or if it is more serious then Pah'caw needs to come to Kanchana for healing. Her HP needs to be listed as well so Kanchana "can see how badly injured" Pah'caw is.))
Adm Ceil d20+2=9 d20+2=15 d20+2=16 d20+10=18 d8-1=3 d20+2=22 d8+2=10 Friday June 4th, 2004 7:26:35 AM
Well you Brahmah fight the orc in frount of you, you practicly take his head off and he almost loses an arm (witch he drop a what look like a small crystal ball but th size of a large orange). Leets swings , misses, but the orc in frount of him back a little, he'll will attack you. Vasch and Kale Both shoots arrows a two arrows hit their armor, the reaction from the orgers is that the each take the arrows (that is sticking out of their armor and bites the arrow head off the shaft) Toros hits his orc he goes down on one knee swings at him, Doing 3hp of damages (he also grops a crystal ball out of his belt) Flat-top swings his morning star and misses. Paw'caw has just booken off a arrow shaft and it drops down in frount of Kanchana Paws. (the shaft has blood on it.) Kanchana Heals Leets and is now trying to coach Paw'caw from the tree. Zeoll cast a spell that let's him see the real enermies from the Illusion enermies. He sees that all the one that first fell are Illusion, the now most of the down or dead orcs are real so are the two tat was trap and are now comming in to the fight. The Orgers are very real enermies. The orc swings at Flat-top, hit him for 10 hp of damages. The other orc is still cpming down and will get in to the fight in the next round. The two orgers laught at the efforts that Kale and Vasch did with the arrows and are still standing there enjoying the blood bath.
OOC: since I having bad luck with the weather, I'll post again Saturday giving all of you 5 post this week, OK??
Brahmah (AC 22, 75/75hps) d20+11=18 d20+12=31 d20+12=21 d20+6=20 d20+7=16 2d4(4+4)+8=16 d6+5=7 d6+5=6 2d4(1+1)+8=10 d6+5=8 Friday June 4th, 2004 7:56:46 AM Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 9rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll): 10rnds (Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 8rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 8rnds(party) Bardic Inspire Courage(Zeoll): gives everybody a +1 morale to attack and damage(party)
Brahmah stands over the dead orc(U across/T down), looking confused at the two globes on the ground.
Brahmah thinks to Zeoll and Kale, "Your hands are free, retrieve those glass balls. Flat-top and I will deal with the ogres. Kale, get Vasch and get down here!"
Brahmah looks at Flat-top, with eagerness in his eyes, almost saying, 'Let's take'em!'
Brahmah steps up(only a 5 foot step) to the ogre (S across/T down). (AC 18, 31(21 if crit), 21, 20 and 16miss, for 16, 7(13 if crit), 10, and 8 damage)
Several of the leaders attacks hit true, some also glance heavily off the ogre's exceptional armor. (Totaling 23 damage)
He screeches to Pah'caw to seek other green ones in the rocks, then tell me.
(OOC: Brahmah is considering calling Pah'caw, Pah'caw the Magebane... suitable?!)
Gecktar (AC 20 hp 40) Friday June 4th, 2004 8:23:23 AM
Gecktar goes just beyond Leets and Brahmah as a backup. He wbe able to heal them when they will engage the ogres.
Leets (HP 11/40, AC 17) d20+9=18 d8+2=4 Friday June 4th, 2004 10:03:46 AM
Leets is glad to receive some magic healing, and it gives him strength to assault the backing orc (attack 18, 4 damage).
"You'll dont get the Chosen that easily! FOR DOMI!"
Flat-top d20+15=21 d20+11=18 d8+8=15 Friday June 4th, 2004 10:42:42 AM
"Yes! Captain, but who's going to take care of those two orc comming this way?
But Flat-top is just too glad to goafter the ugly ogers, He runs to the one (Ta/Qd), hitting him once and missing with the other swing.
OOC; Attack 21ac & 18ac, Damages 15hp.
Kale(AC 19, hps 52/18) d20+8=20 d8+4=5 Friday June 4th, 2004 11:22:05 AM
"We got to go." Kale says to Vasch as he starts to move towards the ogres. Kale moves 30 feet then shoots another arrow at the ogre he hit earlier(hits AC20 for 5 damage) "We'll be there soon." Kale thinks to Brahmah. "Just make sure your alive when we get there."
(OOC, ive never liked posting how many hit points someone has, it takes out some of the mystery of combat. i thought there was a rule that said you couldnt do it, but its been almost two years since i last played, so i may be wrong or it may have been changed)
Toros Friday June 4th, 2004 11:57:20 AM
OOC: If the orc was illusion, how should Toros consider its previous attack against him, was there a real damage?
Also I am confused: do orcs have damage reduction or something? The damage that orcs receive is so less than that is on Toros's attack and damage roll
Toros Friday June 4th, 2004 11:59:31 AM
OOC: Also, Toros was damaged by the illusion orc. Is it a real damage or just an illusion???????
Toros d20=13 2d8(4+8)+10=22 Friday June 4th, 2004 2:15:03 PM
OOC: I still try to understand what has happened with the orcs or their illusions. Please help me. Jim also had asked will checks (DC 18). What was the outcome of this check, in case of succeed (which Toros did) or fail.
Seeing the drop a round object will only stop Toros a moment, he will continue attacking, but this time charging to the ogre standing in his speeding way.
attack 23, damage 22)
Vasch (AC20, 14/32hp, elixer of hiding, blessed, inspired) d20+7=21 2d6(1+4)+2=7 Friday June 4th, 2004 2:24:45 PM
"Right, I'm with you." He moves to position O/O and fires at the same ogre.
[AC21, 7 pts]
ADM Ceil Friday June 4th, 2004 5:10:54 PM
OOC:Toros You ask me 3 question on my play, here's my answer. Keep in mind that this is DM Jim story and he has given me an out line of what I have to bring the story to and time table on which to bring you people there. #1- If the orc is an illusion you cannot harm it. It's an allusion. #2- The real orc have a saving throw. you see you had 2 illusion orcs and one real one. #3- If you got hit by an Illusion and you think the orc is real, than you add the damages(but the DM does not tally the hit points against you) Now if all of you can still see the illusion orcs (no matter if they are moving), that means that the magic user is still alive (No matter how low the his hit points are) right now only Zeoll knows this. Also you didn't tell me where you are on the map. Seeing that you used a d8 die, you have to have made body contack with that oger. Since you used a d8 you are using a sword of some kind?? Expect a suprise. Any more question??
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) d20+4=12 Friday June 4th, 2004 5:37:26 PM
Kanchana watches the still wounded Leets charge off into combat again. She looks plainly shocked that he ran off to get beat on without getting at least a little more healing. With all of the blood everywhere it is increasingly more difficult for Kanchana for see just how badly off her comrades are. 'If I even live to become as old as my parents I will never ever really understand warriors!' Kanchana watches numbly as the broken and bloodied arrow falls to the ground in front of her. She takes a 5ft step back and readies her CLW wand. The Druidess holds her arms up to Pah'caw hoping that the eagle will understand that she wants her to come. Kanchana speaks calmly to Pah'caw: "come to me Pah'caw. Come here and I will help you as well." She tries to show Pah'caw through bady language that she wants to help and means well.
(Wild empathy 14)
Toros -OOC Friday June 4th, 2004 6:56:34 PM
Ceil,
Thank you so much.
I think Toros should move to somewhere between Leets and Zeoll to attack the ogre in Ua Wd. But, as his weapon is a glaive, which has 10 ft reach, I have thought it should not create an Attack of Opportunity. (Actually dont all taurs have a base reach of 10ft, as large creatures?)
Tunc
Ok Now that I know what you fighting with. I'll adjust yhing at my end. You just put a cinck in my plans. So pat your self on the back. But I still have a few thing up my sleeve.
Cayzle/Zeoll OOC Friday June 4th, 2004 7:25:33 PM
Sorry, only the two-legged Taurs (minotaurs) gain a 10-foot natural reach. The fourlegged kind only have a 5-foot reach. A minotaur wth a reach weapon, like a glaive, has a total reach of 20 feet. An Enlarged minotaur with a glaive has a reach of 30 feet.
Paw'caw(ceil) ac18 - 7/17hp) d20+5=22 Friday June 4th, 2004 7:26:22 PM
The eagle is bleeding and she tries to preem her feathers, trying to stop the bleeding. She hears Kanchana talking to her, She look to Brahmah as to what she shoule do. Can she trust this weimic?? the rest of the Taurs do??. the last of strenth she will jump and glide to Kanchana's hands too weak to clamp onto her arm. "cherp?... Caw?" she cries to the druid.
ADM Ceil Friday June 4th, 2004 7:34:35 PM
Cayzle
I had to go to the players Hand book to find out what a cleave is, Now you tell me. Now I have a head ache. Now Post your play So I can give you somrthing to think about for the week end.
((I forgot to roll my spot and heal checks for noticing and "analyzing" Pah'caw's health condition. Is she at -7HP?!))
Zeoll (bless, message, inspire courage, AC19, HP23 of 36) d20+6=10 Friday June 4th, 2004 10:25:48 PM
Zeoll shouts out what is an illusion and what isn't as far as he knows. He looks for a spellcaster who is still alive.
(Ceil, are there any living real enemies near Zeoll?)
Spot check 10 -- not too good! LOL!
PS: Sorry I'm late! Thanks for being patient, Ceil.
Jay B (Brahmah OOC) Saturday June 5th, 2004 1:05:10 AM
Toros... not all large sized creatures have reach, thats a misconception. :) The Wold site also very clear whether they allow reach for Taur races as a house rule. So I looked up the info in the PHB.
Centaurs have 10ft/5ft base(due to their body length, quadreped), no reach.
Wemic/liontaurs have a 10ft/5ft base(due to their body length, quadreped), no reach.
Minotaurs have a 10ft/10ft base(due to their height and general girth, they have reach.
Jay B (Brahmah OOC) oops, editting Saturday June 5th, 2004 1:06:50 AM
Toros... not all large sized creatures have reach, thats a misconception. :) The Wold site also WASN'T very clear whether they allow reach for Taur races as a house rule. I may have misread the site. So I looked up the info in the PHB.
Centaurs have 10ft/5ft base(due to their body length, quadreped), no reach.
Wemic/liontaurs have a 10ft/5ft base(due to their body length, quadreped), no reach.
Minotaurs have a 10ft/10ft base(due to their height and general girth, they have reach.
ADMCeil d20+1=17 d20+2=21 d8+8=15 d20+2=13 d20+2=22 d20+2=22 2d8(2+6)+14=22 d8+8=12 2d4(2+4)+6=12 Saturday June 5th, 2004 9:56:05 AM
OOC: I think that DM Jim wanted to tell methat when the taurs attack the Ogers, and come with in 25feet of them THEY will attack first. That's what I'll go by. (Now children life is not fair and enermies seldom play fair. I must follow DM Jim instruction. So here we go.;)
Kale shoot an arrow at the Oger that facing Brahmah doing him 5hp of damages.
Brahmah when you come with in 25 feet of the oger he strick you with his spike club, but you can fell the breeze as the club misses you. leaving you open to his side. You strick stike him severat timesdoing 25hp of damages.
Flat-top charges the Oger, but not before he get hit on his shoulder for 15 hp for damages. It slows down But attack anyway. He uses his Morning Star twice for 21hp of damages. (On the other oger)
Vash takes his chance at the oger, seeing that Flat-top got hurt, He jabs at that ugly face doing 7hp of damages.
Leets is mad because Managram is not back yet, he swing his sword, spliting his helmet. Doing 8hp of damages, that was enough to kill the orc. Out of his pouch rolls a cystal orb the size of a med. grapfruit.
Toros will move in to attack Oger (at Ua/Qd), Jabs him doing 8 hp of damages.
Kanchana finally get the Eagle down from the tree, softly talking to her she cures the bird for all of her wounds.
Paw'caw is happy once again and rubs her head into Kanchana hand, almost like saying Thank you
Zeoll how cast magic sees six bodies almost transpatent, Six solid bodies( one leets just kiled Two who got out of the trap and one body that is next to the fire pit that's solid.
Now the ogers hits brahmah for ac22 for 22hp of damages, Next orger hit Flat-top for 12hp of damages, one of the two orc who were in the trap swings at Flat-top for 12hit points of damages. the last orc will attack in the next round
OK! Kiddies Do your worse, well at least try...LOL!
Ok, to deal with the HP discussion in that has broken out. I want to see AC and HP in the post name field, along with spells or other effects that on your character. If you cast a spell you can list that spell in your message area with duration but please put the spell name in your post name field as well. This allows for a DM to see exactly what is happening to his players and not have to dig through a lot of back posts to find it or check his notes every time. The HPs in the post name field I see as a way for a healer type to make a heal check to see how your character's health is going. So please be kind and put these things in your posts, thanks. ~~ Vacationing DM
Brahmah (AC 22, 53/75hps) d20+12=32 d20+12=14 d20+11=24 d20+6=17 d20+7=22 2d4(3+1)+8=12 d6+5=7 d6+5=7 Saturday June 5th, 2004 10:23:16 AM Active Spells- Magic Fang(scroll): 10rnds(Brahmah[horns] and Pah'caw[talons]) Message(Zeoll): 11rnds (Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): 9rnds(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 9rnds(party) Bardic Inspire Courage(Zeoll): gives everybody a +1 morale to attack and damage(party)
Brahmah screeches at Pah'caw to leave the combat area.
Brahmah thinks to Zeoll, "Get you whiskers down here!" He mentally knudges Kale, "Hurry up."
The club momentarily knocks the wind out of Brahmah, causing him to faulter slightly, but he presses his attack on the same ogre (S across/T down). (AC 32 crit threat(14 no crit), 24, 17(miss) and 22... for 12, 7, 0(miss) and 7 damage) (Totaling 26 damage.) Again, some attacks swing wide, missing critical openings in the ogres armor... but still landing a vital blow or two.
He probably missed striking the ogre when the half dead Leets pasted into view of Brahmah. He shakes his in annoyance of his friends noble effort to help in combat, but also grins at the young centaurs eagerness. 'That'll get a young taur killed!' He thinks, Zeoll and Kale may hear this too.
Toros Saturday June 5th, 2004 10:42:01 AM
OOC: Thank you for the information Ceil, Cayzle, Jay B. It has helped a lot.
Captain, might there be someone inside the tents who control all these orc and ogres, hiding in there. Can Pah'caw or any of use check inside all the tents?
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) d8+1=6 3d8(5+8+2)+10=25 Sunday June 6th, 2004 3:18:11 AM
Kanchana heals the wounded Pah'caw with a touch of the CLW wand. "you're welcome Pah'caw." Kanchana smiles as Pah'caw rubs her head against Kanchana's hand and then assists the eagle in getting airborn again.
Pah'caw will have to clean all the blood out of her feathers before she can fly well again.
Kanchana's stomach feels like it is tied in knots when she thinks of Leets. She knows that he is still badly wounded. She slides the first wand into her forearm-sheath and pulls out a new wand. Kanchana will move over to where Leets is standing after Pah'caw has flown back up into the trees to preen the blood out of her feathers. The she-wemic has her wand in hand, and her scimitar hanging from its lanyard around her wrist.
Next chance she gets Kanchana will heal Leets by touching the CSW wand to him. ((This will only be carried out as an action if I get confirmation that Leets is at 11HP!))
(Heals Pah'caw 6HP, Heals Leets 25HP)
((OOC - IMPORTANT: I presume that Leets is down to 11HP out of a total of 40HP, i.e. seriuosly wounded. If he is only missing 11HP (i.e. 29/40HP)I need to know very quickly, because that only warrents the use of a CLW wand!))
OOC:(note from Ceil??) Yes - Leets is down to 11hp.
Leets (lay on hands> Brahmah) d20+9=23 d8+2=7 Sunday June 6th, 2004 8:28:15 AM
(OOC: Yes, Leets is effectvelyonly 11HP right now, seriously wounded. I think he cannot summon Managarm back right now since he can call him only once per day, if I remember well...We'll do without our canine companion...)
Seeing his opponent falling, Leets reports his attention on the ogre attacking Brahmah (attack 23, 7 damage).
"This one hits you captain as heavily as he did with me! Let's face him together!"
Putting his hand on Brahmah's shoulder, healing 10 damage.
Toros 34 (+2 rage) HP, 20 AC (- rage), blessed, inspired d20=17 2d8(2+8)+10=20 Sunday June 6th, 2004 12:32:54 PM
Toros will wait until all Chosen finish their actions. If any order or suggestion is given to him he will try to do this first. Otherwise he will "charge" one of the 'twin' orcs, after moving around them and positioning himself around QaSd. If the attacks of Chosen finish off the ogre that Brahmah attacks he will attack to the other one. Otherwise he will attack to the ogre that Brahmah and others attack, hoping to benefit from a flanking situation. He thinks to focus on one ogre and finish them one by one.
(attack d20, 17+12 with flank, 29) (damage 2d8, 10+10, 20)
Kale(AC 19, hps 52/18) d20+12=20 d8+6=12 3d6(4+6+5)=15 Sunday June 6th, 2004 2:25:40 PM
Kale moves in on the closest ogre(the one on Brahmah, i think) and moves into a flanking position, thereby getting his sneak attack bonus. Kale stabs at the ogre(hitting AC20 for 12 pts regular damage and 15 pts sneak attack for a total of 27 pts). "We're here!" Kale yells at Brahmah as blood flows from his forehead.
Flat-top(ac22 - 70/85hp) d20+15=26 d20+11=13 d8+8=15 Sunday June 6th, 2004 6:34:15 PM
"Ouch!" said Flat-top he's getting mad now, so he'll will swing again. This way and that way (attack 26 & 13(Miss) - Damages 15hp). Hit the oger with the first blow, but misses with the other swin of the morning star.
Paw'caw(ceil)(ac18 - 17/17hp) Sunday June 6th, 2004 6:43:04 PM
After being cured from the female Cattour And with her help by the lift of her body. She will rise to the top of the tree. There She will Preen the blood off of her feathers, And be ready again to help her master.
Zeoll (bless, message, inspire courage, AC17, HP23 of 36) d20+6=23 3d6(2+1+1)+5=9 Sunday June 6th, 2004 10:26:43 PM
[OOC: Not sure exactly where I am. Is the map up to date?]
Zeoll looks around to see where Brahmah is. He tries to find a living enemy near the minotaur. He'll move to Brahmah, and if there is an enemy, he'ss charge it.
Charge hits AC23 with a greatsword, for 9 hp damage.
Vasch (OOC) Monday June 7th, 2004 12:14:35 AM
I'm not sure where everyone is at. Especially the opponents.
Note From DM Jim Monday June 7th, 2004 12:44:39 AM
I have made some guesses on the placements for the group. Things are a little hectic and I am not sure if you are placed right. If a placement seems incorrect then add an attachment to your post to let me know.
I would also like to point out the ogre that is off to the side of the group in the rocks. Is it dead or just standing around doing something dumb. For an ogre that would be appropriate but not battle wise.
Brahmah(OOC Jay B) Monday June 7th, 2004 2:01:15 AM
I was thinking, though it's not that important, that Brahmah was actually in the spot Leets is (Ta/Td), beside Flat-top. But its not terribly important.
Gecktar (AC 20 hp40) use CSW on Kale 3d8(4+6+1)+15=26 Monday June 7th, 2004 3:15:20 AM
Gecktar take few step back to have a global sight of the combat. Leets is seriously wounded but Kanchana can take care of him. Kale too is seriuosly wounded and has no healer at his side.
Gecktar then move to the back of Kale (Qh Rv) staying out of the reach of the ogre and use his wand of Cure Serious on him (heal 26hp to Kale)
He will then stay here and stay as backup.
ADM Ceil d20+8=16 d20+2=22 d8+8=15 d20+2=19 d20+2=20 d20+2=10 Monday June 7th, 2004 8:03:53 AM
MY My My we were busy this week-end.
Brahmah swing, hit the orger, thn has to duck missing a hit, but all in all he does alot of damages on the oger.
Kale hits the orger and give him the fatal stab in the back.
Flat-top hit his orger and he staggers.
Leets give the final blow to the orc in frount of him.
Zeoll Still looking around sees that the illusions are solid now and rising andheading toward Kanchana. he also spots an orc(Pa/Gd) sneeking for the rocks, He's still alive.
Kanchana has just release Paw'caw and now healed Leets.
Varch notices movements of some of the dead orc are now moving.
Toros want to check the tents and spots an orc sneeking towards the rock.
Paw'caw preem her feathers and now ready to fly...
Now The orc near the fire pit and the tents is badly hurt, he's trying to sneek away without being seen, if he could only make it to the cliffs and rock.
The oger#2 after fighting with the Chosen, he finally takes the final blow and drops dead falling towards Brahmah, But his body missing him only by inches.
Oger#3 is bleeding and a little mad, He yells "Ogzits Brggzust!". He jabs Flat-top with his javalin, Hurting Flat-top for 15 hp.
The two orc that were trap are now Surounding Flat-top, they both Have javelins (attact 19 miss & ac20 bearly missinf him)
But out of the rock rises a third Oger(we'll call him oger#1) at Wa/Td, rubbing his eyes, look like he was napping. He yells back "Yoh! Hogert!" has a rock in one hand. Throws it at Kanchana, it was close But he misses her.
Now the bodies that you though were odd looking are now rising and going to suround Kanchana.
Oh my It's your turn NOW!
Brahmah (AC 22, 53/75hps) d20+12=19 d20+11=22 d20+6=24 d20+6=26 d20+7=18 d6+5=8 2d4(3+2)+8=13 2d4(4+4)+8=16 Monday June 7th, 2004 8:50:34 AM Active Spells- Message(Zeoll): 1 min, 1rnd (Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Speak with Animals(wand): final round(self) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 1 min(party) Bardic Inspire Courage(Zeoll): gives everybody a +1 morale to attack and damage(party)(Whats its duration, Cayzle??)
Stepping over the ogre body, which isn't easy, Brahmah notices the orcs moving into the rocks and hear the ogre.
"Vasch." He says, pointing a weapon toward the orcs creeping away.
He screeches one final command to Pah'caw to finish off the "dark ones that sparkle".
Finally, he steps upto the ogre (Sa/Ud) and attacks, blades twist and whirl over the minotaurs head. He cuts into the ogre with two harsh, vertical strokes, one with the kukri, the other with the falchion, the falchion digging deep into a chink in the armor causing blood to pour onto the blade. (AC 19(miss?), 22, 24 threat(26 crit) and 18(miss?), for 0(miss), 8, 29(crit) and 0(miss) points of damage)(Total damage 37)
Brahmah braces himself for whatever is coming, expecting pain and vengeance by way of a very large spiked club!
Toros 34 (+2 rage) HP, 20 AC (- rage), blessed, inspired d20=19 d8=1 d8=6 Monday June 7th, 2004 8:53:18 AM
Having seen movement around the tents and fire place, rather than attacking the remaining ogre Toros will directly charge toward that orc, who is trying to sneak away. (attack, 19+10 = 29) (damage 1+6+10 = 17) This fight is far from over yet and this makes his barbarian side take the lead on him, saying similar things to what the ogres call, "Huorgggh"!!
(OOC: Does bonuses from bless and inspire courage continue?)
Kale(AC19, hps 44 of 54) d20+10=29 d20+10=11 d8+6=7 3d6(6+6+2)=14 Monday June 7th, 2004 11:54:47 AM
nodding his head in appreation to Gecktar, Kale smiles as the ogre falls. then he quickly moves to the next ogre(square RV, across from Leets so that i get a flank attack and sneak attack). Once he gets there he stabs the ogre in the back(hit AC 29, possible critical that hits AC 11, which im sure misses, for 7 normal damage and 14 sneak attack damage for a total of 21 pts of damage) "Move to the next one!" Kale yells out "Me and Brahmah will take care of this one!"
Vasch - AC 20, 14 of 32 hps, elixer of hiding d20+9=26 d20+6=23 d8+4=9 Monday June 7th, 2004 12:34:28 PM Combat's a little crowded in there. He thinks.
"Vasch!" Hearing his name being called and Brahmah's point Vasch spots the crawling orc. He bounds towards the orc pulling his spear as he moves. He gets to the orc and places the spear in the back (or chest of the orc). "Move another step and die orc." Vasch shouts at the orc. "Surrender NOW!"
Maybe we can get information from this one...
Vasch action was to ready an attack if the orc posed an offensive posture. I rolled attack and damage just to speed things a bit. If the orc does surrender then he will not attack.
[Spot DC26, Attack: AC 23, damage 9]
Vasch (addendum) Monday June 7th, 2004 12:36:30 PM
Forget the readied action, Vasch just attacks the nearest fallen orc. I thought there was just one moving.
Leets d20+9=26 d8+2=9 Monday June 7th, 2004 2:51:28 PM
"Flat-Top!"
The Centaur paladin gathers his hatred for the monstruous thing that hurted his friend, and tightens his grip on his morningstar.
"By Domi you'll pay for this! You fought well but you shall fall!"
Attack 26, 9 damage.
Flat-top(AC 22 - 63/85) d20+15=25 d20+11=26 d8+8=11 d8+8=9 Monday June 7th, 2004 5:53:50 PM
"Oh! No! You don't"Yells Flat-top,swings twice (ac 25 & ac26 - damages 11+9=20hp), "Hey! watch out, Kanchana! up in the rocks. Come over here and I'll cover you." But to Brahmah he ask "Where did that snout face orger come from??"
OOC: attack ac25 & ac 26 - Damages 11&9=20hp.
Kanchana (44/44HP, AC 19) d3=3 d20+5=11 d20+12=16 Monday June 7th, 2004 6:07:13 PM
With any luck Kanchana spots; from the corner of her eye, the seemingly dead enemies getting up and moving towards her. The Warden is no fool so she tries something she has never done before.
Kanchana burns her only 2nd lvl spell and spontaneously casts Summon Nature's Ally II. Kanchana choses to summon 3 creatures instead of just one. She decides to summon three wolves to her aid. The wolves will attack immediately upon Kanchana's turn.
Kanchana slides her wand in the forearm sheath and prepares to defend herself. Kanchana hopes that the wolves do a go job with their defense. The flying rocks make her antsy.
(See pg 283 MM 3.5 for stats on wolves, see pg 288 PHB 3.5 for Summon Nature's Ally II, see PHB 3.5 pg 139 for decsription of free actions. Wolves do 1d6+1 bite dmg, and can trip (free action without making a touch attack, no AoO is provoked) an enemy if it scores a successful bite attack. Bite +3 melee, AC14 13HP.)
(Spot 11, Concentration 16)
Zeoll (bless, message, AC17, HP23 of 36) d20+6=14 3d6(5+2+6)+4=17 Monday June 7th, 2004 6:56:14 PM
[OOC: The inspire courage has expired.]
Concerned about his old friend, Zeoll charges an orc attacking Flat-top. He hits AC14 for 17 hp damage.
"Hey Flat-top!" he calls.
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+15=34 Tuesday June 8th, 2004 8:00:35 AM
Paw'caw upon hearing the voice of her master, ordering her to get the dark one. She jumps and takes to the skies, rising to her fighting hifght, she look for the dark spot. She confused because she see two dark spot running almost together?? which on should she goes after?? he dives to attack, with her talons out for...
Adm Ceil d20+5=25 d20+10=23 d6+4=10 d20+10=27 2d4(3+1)+6=10 d20+6=24 2d6(3+2)+8=13 Tuesday June 8th, 2004 9:37:54 AM
Now I'm a little confused, Here's the way I see it...
Brahmah is about to get hit by the oger in frount of him. He slices into him doing 37hp of damages. but still stagering on his feet...
Kale come from behind of this oger(With the club in hand, ready to strick Brahmah!)Kale strike him his fatal blow. Smiling at the body as it goes down.
Toros (Sorry the orc made his save, but you did scare him out of 2hp) gets buzzed by Paw'caw and that throws you off.
Flat-top attack hit his enermy very badly (for 20hp), but does not die.
Leets hits the same oger(for 9hp), the orger staggers, dies and falls toward Flat-top and hit him a glancing blow doing 10hp of damage.
Varch starts to go the the escaping orc but thinks better of it. Insted he will face the orc facing him hitting him for 9hp of damages.
Zeoll run and attack the orc in frount of Flat-top but slips on a lose rock, Sending himself off ballance, but misses the orc altogether.
Kanchana Call on her spells and bring fort three big wolves, But who do they attack? the only enermy they see is this oger throwing rocks and ahlf dead orc facing Varch, they want to attack something they wait for orders??(you didnot make it clear as to who to attack, Sorry)
The Shawman runs for the coveer of the rocks (beyond Za?Gd,off the map)
the orc in frount will attact Flat-top (AoA) hit ac 27 - damage 10hp on Flat-top.
The oger like the way that he is scaring Kanchana and will throw another big roch at her, attack ac 24, doing damages of 13hp.
OK your turn!
Vasch - AC 20, 14 of 32 hps, elixer of hiding Tuesday June 8th, 2004 10:49:28 AM
Vasch puts his spear away and readies his bow. He will fire at an orc, as soon as he some idea of which ones are moving.
Kale(AC19, hps 44 of 54) d20+10=29 d20+10=28 d8+6=11 d8+6=9 3d6(5+3+4)=12 Tuesday June 8th, 2004 10:53:21 AM
Kale gives a little chuckle as the second ogre falls to his blade. looking to the nearest target, Kale moves to the orc that Vasch attacked and moves into a flanking position(get sneak attack bonus) and stabs at the creature(hit AC 29, possible critical of AC28, for 11 normal damage, 9 critical damage, and 12 sneak attack damage for a total of 32 pts)
Kanchana (31/44HP, AC 19) d20+3=16 d20+3=16 d20+3=19 d6+1=2 d6+1=5 d6+1=6 Tuesday June 8th, 2004 3:39:45 PM
The somewhat flattened she-wemic takes a 5ft step in Flat-top's direction (Unless there are enemies between herself and Flat-top. She is not dumb enough to step into range of a new enemy! I have given up reading Jim's map, it is too confusing now.). She readies her scimitar in case she needs to defend herself against enemies closer by than the rock-pelting ogre.
Kanchana has no clue what this illusion and dead/not-dead orc (very confusing) mess is but the three wolves were summoned to defend her from the now mobile; appearently weird, orc bodies trying to surround her. Consider the wolves more bodies to take the brunt of the damage from the orc enemies instead of herself. The ogre obviously is an entirely different matter!
The wolves will attack the three enemies trying to surround Kanchana, if they cannot see these enemies then they will attack the enemy/enemies that is/are in range and which is most likely to try and attack Kanchana, or shows intent to attack Kanchana or themselves only.
The wolves will not defend anyone else unless Kanchana somehow manages to tell them to do so.
Kanchana is not able to speak with animals in their own tongue at the moment.
(Wolves attack and damage: Hits AC: 16, 16, 19; Damage: 2, 5, 6. If a wolf is successful with it's bite attack then it also gets to trip the enemy (free action without having to make a touch attack, no AoO is provoked).)
((ADM post: "Monday June 7th, 2004 7:03:53 AM: Now the bodies that you though were odd looking are now rising and going to suround Kanchana." This is what the wolves will attack.))
Brahmah (AC 22, 53/75hps) Tuesday June 8th, 2004 9:46:21 PM Active Spells- Message(Zeoll): 1 min, 2rnds (Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 1 min 1rnd(party)
Seeing no way to effectively get to other ogre, with the Chosen and large rocks in the way(this is how I understand the description of the battlefield), Brahmah heads toward where the spellcasters were last seen, by the firepits. Running from Ta/Sd, to Ka/Ld and stops to survey the area for enemies, downed Chosen, and those pesky spellcasters.
Toros d20=20 d20=13 d8=2 d8=6 Tuesday June 8th, 2004 11:33:59 PM
Disappointed so much with his ineffective attacks against the orcs and their escape from his paws, Toros will reflect his anger on the nearest creature he can notice (perhaps the remaining ogre, if not the escaping spellcaster or other orc) hitting it with what he has been trying to do for the last few rounds, "charge" with his glaive (critical, d20=20) (critical confirmed 13+10, 23) (damage (2d8+9)*3, 17*3 = 51hp). His eyes are blood blinded, does not see anything other than making someone fall to the ground and pass to the side of Gods.
Zeoll (bless, message, AC17, HP23 of 36) d20+4=15 3d6(3+1+2)+2=8 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 12:00:10 AM
Zeoll keeps attacking Flat-top's foe. He hits AC15 for 8.
Leets d20+9=25 d8+2=8 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 6:10:22 AM
"Are you ok Flat-Top???"
Leets quickly looks around him, not sure which orc is dead and which one is still fighting.
"Flat-Top?"
With no time to seriously report his attention on his friend, Leets attacks the orc who damaged the Centaur sailor.
Attack 25, damage 8
Flat-top(ac22 - 52/85hp) Wednesday June 9th, 2004 7:38:27 AM
Flat-top sees tha Kanchana is in danger, tell Leets "I'll be alright" he tell the paladin, then takes off and put his body between the oger and Kanchana, "Come down here pig face! and fight like an oger." Flat-top move to (Va/Vd.)
Paw'caw(ceil) d20+6=21 d20+6=21 d20+1=20 d4+4=5 d4+4=8 d4+4=7 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 8:01:38 AM
Paw'caw locats the black dot in the rocks and stone like steps in the cliff sides, She dives attacking the shawman with her talons (attack ac21 - ac21) and hook beak of hers (attack ac20), damaging the sharman for (5+8+7=20hp).
Vasch - AC 20, 14 of 32 hps; bless, elixer of hiding d20+9=17 d20+9=17 d4+3=5 d6=3 d4+3=7 d6=2 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 8:59:53 AM
Vasch attacks the orc in front with his claws from the flanked position opposite Kale, gaining sneak attacks.
[AC 17, damage 8; AC 17, damage 9]
Adm Ceil d20+5=6 d20+5=10 d20+16=33 2d8(6+7)+14=27 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 9:00:28 AM
My! what a bloody fight? was it something I said? OH! Well...
Varch shoot his bow at the Sharman, but that orc disappears into the rock and bolders, missing him.
Kale again stabs the orc, the orc knees buckle and blood dribbles out of his mouth. Drop dead at Kale's feet.
Kanchana move closer to Flat-top, But there's that rock throwing Oger to watch for, Her wolves are snapping at thin air??
Brahmah move to check the body of the dead sharman at(La/Gd). when he spots the battle between Paw'caw and the second sharman(in yhe boulders and cliff)
Toros is mad at the rock throwing oger. He's not only mad BUT down right raging mad. He attacks with his cleave, he hits the Orger in the adam's apple, Doing damage (of 51hp). the orger staggers but does not drop down.
Zeoll strikes at flat-top foe, for (8hp of damage) and drops at his paws dead.
Leets the paladin makes sure that the orc, that flat-top was facing is dead. Hitting the enermy for (8 more hp.) He turn to heal Flat-top But Flat-top is already gone.
Flat-top move to put himself between kanchana and that wounded Oger.
Paw'caw dives into a killing attack, first she come in with her talons, damaging him for (20hp) of damages, then pluck out an eye ball, and bring it to Brahmah...
Now all six anamated orc (were Illusion) now fades into nothingness. Just as if they never was there at all. There's only one enermy left and that is the badly hurt Oger and with his club he'll hit the nearest one he sees. that is Flat-top. he swings hitting Flat-top (attack ac33 - damages 27hp. This oger is in a rage now and will not stop untill he's dead, AND he's not dead yet.
Brahmah (AC 22, 53/75hps) Wednesday June 9th, 2004 10:25:45 AM
(OOC: What!? Pah'caw did 20 points of damage?? Good for her?! Wait, does that seem right?)
Active Spells- Message(Zeoll): 1 min, 3rnds (Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 1 min 2rnds(party)
After looking at the dead shaman, Brahmah heads for the nearest living enemy. He withing 20ft of the enemy and waits to charge. (Readying for the next round.)
OOC:(Adm Ceil) Brahmah witch Shawman did you look at?? Makes a diffrence in what you find!
Gecktar (AC 20 hp 40) 3d8(7+2+5)+15=29 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 10:56:47 AM
Gecktar come close to Flat-Top and tap him with his wand of CSW healing 29 hp to his friend. He takes care to stay out of reach of the ogre.
Toros d20=18 d8=2 d8=2 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 11:09:46 AM
Toros will stop and watch the oger for a moment as if watching an art work he has created, the highly visible anger, the violence, the improvisational final touch on the ogre's adam's apple. He is also surprised to see that his attacks on ogre are much more affective than those on the orcs. (OOC: Yes this is very interesting indeed, I wish I would understand the reason). He will feel as if getting lost in the sounds of battle and will wait until others finish their attack against the ogre as the last standing enemy. If other Chosen's attacks are not enough to kill it he will use his glaive one more time, this time without charging. (attack, d20 18+8=26) (damage, 2d8+7= 11hp)
Kale d20+10=25 d8+4=8 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 11:17:03 AM
after dropping the orc, Kale just stays where he is and shoots an arrow at the remaining ogre(hits AC 25 for 8 pts of damage).
Kanchana (31/44HP, AC 19) d20+12=26 d20+5=17 d20+4=22 Wednesday June 9th, 2004 5:05:39 PM
Kanchana takes another 5ft step closer to Flat-top. If anything she will be closer to be able to heal him when she sees that he needs healing. Kanchana cursorily looks the other Chosen over for wounds. She sees that most of them will be needing healing and plenty of rest after this battle.
Kanchana patiently tells the wolves; as best she can through wild empathy, that the quadripeds and the bull-faced creatures are friends - the big rock throwing creature and any pig-faced creatures are dangerous enemies and need to be attacked.
(Heal check 26, Spot 17, Wild Empathy 22)
((Important! Ceil I stated that if the wolves could not see those three orcs that are/were trying to surround Kanchana then they would attack the next nearest enemy threat(s) to her alone that they could see. Use the rolls from my previous post against any immediate (to the wolves) visible threat against Kanchana. Therefore the wolves would not be snapping at thin air! If the ogre is the only obvious enemy left then the wolves will attack it.))
OOC: I know dear but I have a time table to keep, I'm giving you the credit now. I did not forget you or I notice your play.
Zeoll d20+1=10 Thursday June 10th, 2004 1:13:14 AM
The liontaur searches the bodies of the fallen enemies. He uses a detect magic to figure out what is most valuable. And he looks for any clue as to who these creatures worked for. [Search roll 10 untrained.]
Leets d20+9=17 d8+2=5 Thursday June 10th, 2004 3:48:15 AM
"This one needs to be stoped quickly! Spellcasters!"
Leets yells while he tries to strike the enraged ogre (attack 17, damage 5).
Flat-top d20+3=20 Thursday June 10th, 2004 6:37:26 AM
Flat-top is about to attack the last oger, when he realises that the wolves has finish him off. But he must quickly move out of the falling body. Flat-top speaks to Chanchana, "WoW! you getting strong, Kitten! Remind me not to argue with you"
paw'caw (ceil) Thursday June 10th, 2004 6:40:19 AM
Paw'caw has finish her job for now, She flies to the tallet tree to finish preemming her feathers.
Adm Ceil Thursday June 10th, 2004 8:31:11 AM
Aright I will start again (My server kick me off line)
Paw'caw flies back to a tree to preem her feathers, she want to look good for her master.
Brahmah went to Check the Shaman? Whitch one? there was two of them? And you were Close to either one of them. So If you look at both bodies this is what you find on them, Sharman #1; A Glass globe (the size of a grapfruit, a bag of white powder and six copper coins.
Sharman #2; A smash glass globe (shartered in the fall, a bird seed rattle and one silver coin and three copper coins.
Geckar heals Flat-top (who is greatful)
Toros is so happythat he dances a jig and that's not easy when you have four paws, but that's the first time I see a liontaur doing the Irish jig.
Kale feel lucky and shoot a arrow at the raging Oger, Hits his foe foe 8hp of damages, (the orger is now staggering)
Kanchana points to the oger, showing the confused wolves the other enerny. The wolves tear into him, doing him in. They disappe when the oger dies and they are no longer needed.
Leets shoot an arrow at the oger , but the oger is in the motion of falling toward Flat-top. He bearly misses that oger.
Flat-top steps outof the way of the falling Oger. The look at Kanchana and vows never to make her mad. "So Help Me DOMI"
Zeoll serches all the bodies of the enermies (except of course the two that Bramah serch) he uses magic (I hope I get this right) to find magic?? Well here is what he finds;
On the orc he finds six more of those glass heavy globes (Not magic), four Falcons and four Javelin for weapons, eight Chainmail for armor. Nothing else.
Oger #1 a Magic Potion of Charm Person in a vile with ametal stopper that stinks (really bad). this is the one when Kale killed him the oger Called out his beloved name"Glichoggie!" Great Club +1 for a weapon, a Hide Armor +1 and a ring of Protection +1.
Oger #2 five silver coins, nine copper coins and a metal tooth pick (Not magic). A javerelin for a weapon, Hide Armor +1 and a Ring of Protection +1.
Oger #3 two gold coins, four silver coins, six copper coins and a mirror on a chain. (all have some blood on them. A Great Club +1 for a wapon, Hide Armor +1 and a Ring of Protection +1.
Varch is looking for a trail or some thing.
OK! if in dought?? Let me know,
Toros Thursday June 10th, 2004 8:40:57 AM
:-D
Varch - AC 20, 14 of 32 hps; elixer of hiding d20+9=22 d20+9=21 d20+16=27 d20+11=18 Thursday June 10th, 2004 8:55:10 AM
Varch looks for a trail after picking up his sword.
Kale Thursday June 10th, 2004 10:45:24 AM
after cleaning and sheathing his sword, Kale looks at the gathered items and says "Most of this stuff is useless, though I can get some use out of one of those rings." then Kale moves towards the path everyone seems to be examining
Brahmah (AC 22, 53/75hps) Thursday June 10th, 2004 10:52:21 AM
(OOC: I emailed you about which shaman.. I didn't want to private post it. I also never said I was 'searching' anyone, I said I was surveying the scene for wounded, dead or other enemies or Chosen.)
Active Spells- Message(Zeoll): 1 min, 4rnds (Brahmah, Zeoll and Kale) Bless(Leets)[+1 morale to attacks and saves vs fear]: 1 min 3rnds(party)
Brahmah will now search the tents for survivors or other information he might find. Brahmah wouldn't know what was magical or not, so alot of the knowledge of the items alludes him. "We should gather the bodies and put them somewhere. The tents, if dismantled, might come in handy. I personally wouldn't mind a large tent for myself.")
(I'm assuming that the ogre's weapons and armor are large sized and the orcs items are medium sized?)
Zeoll Thursday June 10th, 2004 1:53:41 PM
Zeoll concentrates to Detect Magic on the bag of white powder and the bird seed rattle -- are they magic?
Zeoll organizes all the things he has gathered, plus the stuff Brahmah picked up, if that's okay. His magic reveals IF they are magic (yes or no) but does NOT tell the kind of magic.
Then Zeoll casts a Prestidigitation cantrip to clean up his friends and the gear they have gathered. Here is the loot he puts together.
NOT MAGIC
seven heavy glass globes (each the size of a grapefruit) four medium falchions four medium javelins eight suits of medium chain mail one large javelin metal tooth pick mirror on a chain
24 cp, 10 sp, 2 gp
MAYBE MAGIC? bag of white powder bird seed rattle
MAGIC
Potion [OOC: Charm Person] Large Great Club [OOC: +1] 3 Large Bipedal Hide Armors [OOC: +1] 3 Rings [OOC: +1 Protection]
Zeoll asks his friends, "Arre we going to attack the drragons today? If so, I need healing. Is the drragon nest nearrby? Wherre the heck arre we, anyway?"
Kanchana (31/44HP, AC 19) Thursday June 10th, 2004 7:59:28 PM
"I certainly hope that we can rest up before moving on. Too many of us need to rest and heal. We are simply not fit to travel too far today, nevermind fighting dragons!" Kanchana hopes that there will be others who support her view. "I say we salvage what we can from the dead and then find a suitable place to camp." She feels as bad as she looks, and it is beginning to show. She sheathes her scimitar and sits down for a breather before doing anything else. Kanchana will not help heal anyone or help with the treasure until she feels calmer again.
((I didn't intend to sound rude, upset or mean Ceil. Forgive me if I sounded rude, upset or mean. I was just trying to clear things up on my end just in case my posts were vague and messy.))
Flat-top Thursday June 10th, 2004 8:07:46 PM
He jokes with Kanchana, He laugh "Your getting good, Yes I'm proud of you." Then Flat-top spot Zeoll comming their way, counting the things he pick up and counting the coins. "Hail! Zeoll! Let's see what you pick up Your Old Liontaur, Hmmm! We can sell the weapons, the armor Is nothing I would ware, What is this white powder?" Flat-top opend the packet and stick his finger in the powder, then into his mouth, "Pawtooie!!" Flat-top spits it out, "Cornstarch". He look over the treasure some more then spots the rings " Look! Kachana a ring for you??" He smiles at her some more. "How much gold did these dumb one have? Hmmm! how odd for a bunch of orc and ogers, they did have alot of coins??" Flat-top look at the coins, "Some of these coins don't look right??"
Toros Friday June 11th, 2004 12:01:14 AM
"Hey, do not forget these as well"
Saying these, Toros will provide all the stuff it collected from the four orcs they killed previously. (OOC: Jim was waiting for confirmation for the treasure at that time)
Then he will travel around the battlefield to get his longbow, any reusable arrows and a memory from the ogre for his tattoo bag. Then he will help Brahmah in searching of the tents.
<<OOC: By the way, if not the shamans, which orc has been able to escape and if we hurry can we catch it, too?>>
Adm Ceil d8+1=9 Friday June 11th, 2004 9:48:04 AM
Well! you vanquesh all the enermy.
Toros want Zeoll to know the items that he has taken off the enermy he vanquest.
Varch has a skip in his steps (and that's tough to do with paws), as he pick up his sword and look for a trail that will take them to the Red Ones. None that he can see, looks like you'll have to double back as to the part of the trail you came from.
Kale once he found out that the rings are magic, he makes it known that he would like one. It would look nice on his finger.
Brahmah examins the tents, they are all empty and nothing inside is usefull. The eight small tents are in disrepair, they will not bring any value in the Catacumbs. The five larger tents are more useful to you, they are in good repair and just right for Minotaurs and Weinic. They are so odd that they will not be worth for anything. Be happy your bow is alright.
Kanchana is hurt and tired She what to crawl in one of the large tents and takes a nap. which she deserves.
Flat-top puts a hand on Kanchana shoulder, mumbles a few words, healing her for 9hp of damages. Flat-top look over Zeoll's shoulder at the treasure at hand, but there's something odd about some of the coins??
Geckar and Leets They gather around Zeoll to see what Flat-tops is talking about but one coin look like any other to them??
Zeoll is all for going on the quest, When Flat-top comments made the rest of the party surrounds him, he cast a spell again but it come out the same as the last time he did it. The none magical items are still not magical, even the pack of white powder (Cornstarch) and the Bird Seed Rattle are none magical, even the coins are not magical. The only magic items are the Great Club, the Hide Armor anf the three rings. Zeoll shows all the items to everybody.
I wonder if someone will be smart enough to solve this puzzel??
Kale Friday June 11th, 2004 10:17:53 AM
"Lets rest then." Kale says. "I need to sharpen my blade anyway." then Kale goes to the nearest tent and sits in front of it.
Zeoll d20+5=18 Friday June 11th, 2004 10:40:45 AM
Zeoll takes the suit of chainmail and four falchions from Toros, with thanks. He adds them to the loot.
[OOC: On May 6, DM Jim said, "Toros searches the three bodies and comes up with a few interesting things. He packs them away quickly and then follows the others ... [Getting approval on all the other treasure so be patient]." Ceil, do you know what those "few interesting things" are?]
Somthing about the coins strikes Zeoll as funny too. He looks at them to see what marks or images are on them -- but since he cannot read, he shows them to the other taurs.
He tries to remember if he ever saw anything like them before, or heard any stories. [OOC: Bardic Lore check 18]
Then he thinks about the other things. cornstarch. a rattle. a metal toothpick. a mirror on a chain. Hmmm.
Well, while he is pondering, Zeoll helps around the battlefield. He drags corpses off to one side, wrapped in shabby small tents. Then he wanders off alone for a while.
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REVISED LOOT LIST
Arms & Armor (not magic)
eight medium falchions{*} four medium javelins nine suits of medium chain mail{*} one large javelin
Other Strange Things (not magic)
seven heavy glass globes (each the size of a grapefruit) metal toothpick mirror on a chain bag of white powder (corn starch) bird seed rattle
24 copper coins, 10 silver coins, 2 gold coins
Magic
Potion [OOC: Charm Person] Large Great Club [OOC: +1] 3 Large Bipedal Hide Armors [OOC: +1] 3 Rings [OOC: +1 Protection]
Misc
"a few interesting things" mentioned by DM Jim on May 6. {OOC: No! You'll have to ask DM Jim on this one}
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CEIL SAYS: OOC:{* Only FOUR Falcons and ** Only Eight med. suits of Chainmale}
CAYZLE ADDS: Ceil, dear, I was adding in the extra four falchions and one suit of armor the party got from the four orcs killed just before Zeoll joined the party. OK?
Adm Ceil Friday June 11th, 2004 6:24:39 PM
OK! Zeoll! But you see that's not on my list, maybe DM Jim, But not on my list that was approved?? Be sure you remind DMJim.
Brahmah Friday June 11th, 2004 10:09:31 PM
"Should rest and heal before meeting the Reds."
"Maybe the mirror, orbs, starch and metal pick, open a secret door intot he Reds Lair? I'm no arcane expert, but they look alot like spell components. The rattle seems like it might be to calm down children."
Flat-top Saturday June 12th, 2004 1:02:33 PM
"Hee! Hee! A key to open some secret door". Flat-top pick up the mirror between his fingers, "Ooopps!" flat-top almost drops the mirror??, Now he looks closly at this mirror. "Zeoll! this is not a mirror?? it slides appart. There's a silver disk and a glass disk and together they slide appart? (It opens into a figure eight, Silver disk attack to a glass disk and still on the chain. Flat-top ask Zeoll "Are you sure this is not magic?"
Leets Sunday June 13th, 2004 3:14:02 AM
Leets now takes some time to look at his own wounds...
"Wow...Those ones were serious opponents...I wonder what they were doing here, and why they attacked us this way..."
"Whatever...A night of rest will be welcome before we face some red dragons..."
Kanchana d20+12=21 Sunday June 13th, 2004 6:38:26 AM
Kanchana smiles at Flat-top and replies, "good and good, it was more luck I think. I wasn't even certain that I could do that!" She hides a yawn, and then grins, "I would not argue with you Flat-top. As good as I might seem, you have martial prowess and would have me hog-tied before I could get three words spoken!" She laughs, "but now I seriously need some rest. I recommend that everyone who is wounded gets some rest as well. Healing of anything less than serious wounds can wait til afterwards." Kanchana takes time tend to the superifical wounds of everyone including herself before resting.
Kanchana will find the cleanest of the big tents and tend to her wounds before hopefully getting enough sleep to be refreshed enough to ask Mother Wold to replenish her spells.
When she has rested enough Kanchana will look at the puzzling items that the others have found.
(Heal 21, should give a bene of healing a little better during a rest period.))
Brahmah (AC 22, 53/75hps) Sunday June 13th, 2004 7:14:12 AM
Gaping, puss filled, spike wound aside, Brahmah rolls his eyes at Kanchana and turns to the opening of the camp. He sluffs his pack off his back, removes all unessential gears, save his weapons and buckler, and takes up a watch post.
"I'll keep watch. Kanchana, heal the others. Worry about me last..." He is moving his body gingerly, but not showing much pain. "...I don't like it here.. at all."
Kale(42 of 54 hps) Sunday June 13th, 2004 11:11:26 AM
Kale continues to sit in front of the tent, cleaning his weapons of orc and ogre blood. "I wonder if dragons die as easy as orc do." he mutters to himself.
Kanchana (addendum, magical healing just in case...) d8+1=6 d8+1=7 d8+1=6 d8+1=4 d8+1=4 d8+1=4 d8+1=8 d8+1=8 d8+1=4 d8+1=6 Sunday June 13th, 2004 2:37:10 PM
((This a list of PCs without full HP (the last stats that I have seen): Zeoll 23/36, Vasch 14/32, Brahmah 53/75, Kale 42/54, Kanchana 31/44. Correct these stats if I have missed some healing given or anything.))
Kanchana is really over tired. She goes into the tent to get some sleep when it registers that some of the Chosen are actually pretty bad off. She exits the tent and mechanically uses her CLW wand two times on each of her comrades that she noticed nasty wounds on. Zeoll: (6+4=10) Vasch: (7+8=15) Brahmah: (6+8=14) Kale: (4+4=8) Kanchana: (4+6=10)
Happy with her "handy-work" Kanchana puts her wand away as she drags herself back to the tent and sleeps heavily.
(Due to Healing skill everyone should get 2 points per level in healing after a full 8 hours of rest. (PHB 3.5 pg. 75-76). Kanchana used the CLW wand just in case... now if ADM Ceil (and/or DM Jim?) says it is ok with just the resting and healing then maybe I can delete this post and save the wand charges???)
Zeoll (33 of 36 hp with cures) Extra Post Sunday June 13th, 2004 6:48:28 PM
After he comes back from his walk alone, Zeoll says thanks to Kanchana for the first aid. Flat-top asks if he is sure, so Zeoll casts another detect magic.
[remember that Zeoll also used his bardic lore and looked at the coins more closely earlier.]
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REVISED LOOT LIST
Arms & Armor (not magic)
four medium falchions four medium javelins eight suits of medium chain mail one large javelin
Other Strange Things (not magic)
seven heavy glass globes (each the size of a grapefruit) metal toothpick mirror on a chain bag of white powder (corn starch) bird seed rattle
24 copper coins, 10 silver coins, 2 gold coins
Magic
Potion [OOC: Charm Person] Large Great Club [OOC: +1] 3 Large Bipedal Hide Armors [OOC: +1] 3 Rings [OOC: +1 Protection]
Extra treasure from DM Jim
1 medium chainmail 4 medium falchions "a few interesting things" mentioned by DM Jim on May 6.
Vasch - 32 of 32 hp after a nights rest Monday June 14th, 2004 12:19:22 AM
"Thank you, Kanchana, I feel much better." After the healing from Kanchana, "I can take a turn on watch. Just let me know when it's my watch."
Brahmah (AC 22, 75/75hps) d20+5=24 d20+5=11 d20+3=22 d20+5=6 Monday June 14th, 2004 4:40:58 AM
The leader stands first watch. (Spot 24, Listen 11)
"Thanks Kanchana for your help last night."
He looks around and begins to pack up the large orge tents. He makes sure the fire is out in the pit and leaves the orc tents because their in bad condition. "Would these nasty things help to carry loot or baby reds from the lair?(Using his sailor know how, are the tents repairable for temperary use? I figure the tents are alot like repairing sails. Professional Sailor check, 22.)"
He dismantles the orc camp and covers what taur tracks he can find. He seems to notice the centaur tracks easier than even his own for some reason. (Survival to cover tracks 6, 10 if centaur)
"Pah'caw my friend." He signals to look for danger.
Brahmah's prepared spell this morning is Resist Energy
Gecktar Monday June 14th, 2004 6:33:43 AM
Gecktar helps Kanchana in healing everybody. After that he will go to have some rst under on tent. If there is a watch he will take a turn.
(OOC : sorry to post so erraticaly, I will not be able to post tomorrow hoping to catch a best rythm after that).
Adm Ceil Monday June 14th, 2004 11:45:23 AM
Ready, No! Not yet?? Well take a nice rest (While you can)...
Kale chooses one of the biger tent and crawl in,(he is very tired)Going to sleep almost at once. dreaming of red DRAGONS.
Brahmah sits there out side (going to do first shift), he fells bad because Kanchana is not there to heal him. But when she does make him all better. His sprirt soars higher that Paw'caw can fly to hight of the sky.
Leets will lean on the wall (because Centaurs sleep on their hooves) and take a long nap.
Toros watches the coversation between Zeoll and Flat-top. He is gwetting intrested in the eye glass on a chain and those coins.
Varch will take a watch. But in the mean time will see if they can find some berries to pick.
Kanchana is flattered by what Flat-top said, but she's so tired that she passes on a kiss on the cheek. She chooses a large tent starts to enter it for a cat nap, but remembers that Brahmah is more than a little hurt. So true to her nature, she goes to Brahmah and cures him for most of his hit points. Then she goes for a well earned rest.
Gectkar seeing that Kanchana is very tired, will help with all the healing. When finish will take a well earned rest.
Flat-top watches Zeoll as he once again uses a spell in the coins and mirror.
Zeoll to make Flat-top happy he again cast a spell and once again there is no magic either the coins or the spy glass on a chain. But now Flat-top has a very sly smile on his face.
Now the sun is setting, and soon it will be dark.
Your turn!!!
Flat-top d20=13 Monday June 14th, 2004 11:52:53 AM
Flat-top Has this silly smile on his face. he tell Zeoll "Well it's been a long day and we are all tired, So I'll tell you what I'll do. For my part of the treasure, such as it is, I'll just take the copper coins and that mirror, glass on a chain. Deal?? Then we can all take a long rest, right?"
13 using his charm on Zeoll.
Kale Monday June 14th, 2004 12:08:30 PM
for the moment, Kale just sits in front of the tent, waiting to see when or if he needs to take a turn during the watch. he nods to Kachanga as she heals a bit of his wounds.
Brahmah Monday June 14th, 2004 5:20:55 PM
(See Previous post.)
Kanchana (HP 41/44, AC 19) Monday June 14th, 2004 6:28:23 PM
Kanchana is going to get all the rest she can; especially since she needs to replenish her spells. She will not volunteer for any watches, but sort of expect that she will be woken up for watch if the others find it necessary. If no one has any objections Kanchana would like to have one of those fancy rings. She happily suggests that any medium sized, non-magical items be sold off rather than lugged around. Kanchana doesn't have the slightest clue about the odd items that Flat-top and Zeoll are studying.
((Ceil, did the healing due to resting (see my previous note on this) help cure the wounds, or did Kanchana have to use the wand? (Using a wand to heal when resting might work just as well is an emergency measure. After all wands are expensive to replace once they are used up!) Please let me know if I have to remove charges from the wand Ceil. I need to know so I can update Kanchana's CS. Oh, and shouldn't Gecktar have rolled a healing skill check to help Kanchana with her task?))
OOC from Ceil: No you did not use the wand, Just your soothing and healing hands will do. Your better than you think.
Vasch d20+9=19 d20+5=12 Monday June 14th, 2004 11:57:07 PM
While he is on watch, he takes time to gather a few berries. These will be good with breakfast.
The next morning he sets out the berries he picked. "I thought these would be nice with breakfast."
Zeoll Tuesday June 15th, 2004 12:00:28 AM
Zeoll talks with his friend, Flat-top. "Surre, hold on to these items for now, pal. But later we will have to decide how to split everything up."
Then Zeoll gets some sleep. He'll take an early morning watch.
Leets Tuesday June 15th, 2004 4:37:11 AM
After taking two or three hours of rest, Leets will check the health of his friends, using his lay on hands ability or his healing skills to cure little wounds. (He would also gladly use his Healing Seal, but I still don't know how it works...).
Adm Ceil Tuesday June 15th, 2004 7:32:09 AM
As the night progresses and the moon is hight in the sky, all is very very peaceful. Almost too peaceful. The guard are glad that there's no danger of big night animals or even small animals (like a mouse or two, even no owls). The guard on duty are somewhat on edge, because no night sounds means trouble?
The one on the tents are either snorting or purring. Then a shadow flies accross the moon, A big shadow. It's out line of a dragon and is gliding on a spiral pattern, Down... Down... it comes, It is getting bigger... And Bigger... It's a huge Red Dragon With something in it's claws. As the dragon come down to about 75 feet above the guards heads or above your tents. Now you can see every scale on her body, the evil in her eyes, and in her claws is dinner for her clutch. The victim is a mountain Giant (dead ofcourse), She glides around the mountain to the other side of the rocks and boulders, disaperring from view...
NOW you have met Mama and the night is young and cannot go around these rocks and bolders in the dark...
Your turn, take a deep breath and play.
Kale Tuesday June 15th, 2004 4:40:01 PM
"We're going after that?" Kale says to no one in paticular after the dragon flies by. "I think I chose the wrong time to come back."
Zeoll (healed up to max 36 hp with good sleep) Tuesday June 15th, 2004 4:50:35 PM
Zeoll hears the sound of a huge creature and wakes in time to see the draconic beast.
To Kale, he says, "I think we'rre going afterr its pups. I'm not surre that's any wiserr!"
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Zeoll meditates and prepares a few druid spells. (Detect Snares and Pits, Entangle, Obscuring Mist, Cure Minor Wounds, Guidance, Resistance, Light)
Flat-top Tuesday June 15th, 2004 6:18:59 PM
Flat-top stands or leans on the rock wall, he has that mirror like thingin his hand, he opens it and was using it to look at the coins that Zeoll gave him. But when that Red dragon came flying down low, he look up to see what it was, but when it dawn on him who it was. He just watch her with his mouth open, uttering "abba glee abba dodo!"
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday June 15th, 2004 6:24:20 PM
Paw'caw who was sleeping in the tallest tree in the glen, But when that dragon passed over head, then swoop around the mountain. She was scared and flew (Yes, She flew in the dark) to Brahmah, there she land on his shoulder and will not budge.
Brahmah Tuesday June 15th, 2004 7:20:02 PM
"Zzzzzzzz...."
Then the eagle lands on his face, startling the minotaur awake. "What?!" He hears everyone muttering about something and is curious to hear what it is.
"Um...the mother red was here?!? Okay."
Kanchana Tuesday June 15th, 2004 9:31:14 PM
Kanchana was still sleeping when when the mother dragon flew past. She will hear about it in the morning.
Toros Wednesday June 16th, 2004 1:27:15 AM
"ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ"
OOC: Sorry, have been indeed busy and tired from a hectic schedule, need some rest.
Leets Wednesday June 16th, 2004 4:09:55 AM
The Centaur paladin answers Kale:
"You're kidding for sure my friend! You would have missed this for nothing! Nor even a full barrel of surefoot wine!"
Gecktar Wednesday June 16th, 2004 5:27:20 AM
While on his turn on guard, he sees the great beast and remember what happened when he trieds to come close from a "good" dragon and don't want to imagine what will happen if he ever meet this one... Even if Domi is always present in his heart he cannot goes against pure primal terror...
Adm Ceil Wednesday June 16th, 2004 6:54:22 AM
AAAH! I think I have your attention now!
The night passes slowly, Some are so tired that they don't even wake up, Some are ready to go to do the job, but too dangerious in the dark and some of you are still in shock at what went by.
It's almost dawn and the light is getting stronger now, there is a great schreek echoing around the mountain, as you see Mama Red climb to the top of the mountain (It's only a few hundred feet to the top). Once at the top of the mountain, she launches herself into the air, then makes a circle around the top and heads north. Then she's off hunting again.
Alright Kitties, Ponies and Calves, She gone for the day. See what a good heart I have, but i don't know when she'll be back?
Brahmah Wednesday June 16th, 2004 7:02:29 AM
"Let's stay here for awhile and see if a pattern appears to her hunting cycle. I want to keep track of the time it takes for her to come and go a few more times." He sticks a twig in the dirt and marks where the shadow is each time the Mama Red appears and departs. (Like a Sun Dial.) He's very patient watching for the mama red and the shadow or the twig. If he seems to be making a mark at equal points around the stick, he considers that a pattern.
Flat-top Wednesday June 16th, 2004 7:04:18 AM
Flat-top goes over to one of the tent, Yelling "Varch! Tell me that THIS is one of you Illusions, a trick to scare us. We'll make it go away!!" Flat-top Look up and see that the Big Red Dragon is now flying North ward." Them tell Varch(in a softer voice)"Thank You"
Flat-top trots back to the meeting.
Paw'caw Wednesday June 16th, 2004 7:09:27 AM
Paw'caw stays on Brahmah shoulder, no matter what anybody says or do will make her move from that spot on his shoulder.
Kale Wednesday June 16th, 2004 1:38:56 PM
Kale looks at Zeoll and Leets and says "If that thing is there when we get up there we can kiss ourselves goodbye. Do we have any way to make a fast exit if we have to?"
Zeoll Wednesday June 16th, 2004 3:45:40 PM
Zeoll grins at Kale's comment. "Rright you arre, old pal! So that means we had betterr not get caught!"
"I've got no 'fast exit' spell, alas."
Seeing that Captain Brahmah seems ready to wait quite a while, Zeoll has two suggestions. "Brrahmah, if we wait forr herr to come back, that might mean hourrs orr days. And what if she discoverrs us when she rreturrns? My firrst suggestion is to go now, take advantage of herr absence and then get out. My second suggestion, if we arre to stay put, is hide among the trrees and get away from these tents. She flew only 75 feet overrhead beforre -- she could easily land and kill us all!"
"So I say, 'Go now orr hide!' "
Vasch Wednesday June 16th, 2004 7:11:26 PM
Vasch wakes abruptly from his sleep with the shouting from Flat-top. "Varch! Tell me that THIS is one of you Illusions, a trick to scare us. We'll make it go away!!"
Vasch stubbles out of the tent still weary from the night. "WHAT are you talking about, my illusions? What is going on?" with a bewildered look on his face. "Hide??? Could some one please fill me in?"
The word dragon sends shivers to the very core of Vasch's soul. He quickly scans the area for a good place to hide.
That cursed gold said he would handle the mother...not good, not good, not good...
Vasch snaps out of his thought and looking to Brahmah he waits for some order to give direction to his clay paws.
Kanchana Wednesday June 16th, 2004 9:04:57 PM
After Flat-top calls to Vasch Kanchana is certainly awake enough to get up and leave the tent. "Illusion? What; whose illusion?" Kanchana looks over at where the mama dragon was just recently flying. She frowns as she thinks things over and still finds this to be a fool's errand. "I still think that even with the mother gone we shouldn't go through with this quest. The "reward" isn't that good! I do not think that we will have very good odds at surviving this whole thing." Kanchana will wait to see what Brahmah councils the Chosen to do. While she waits she checks to make sure that her equipment is in place and secured. She wouldn't want to forget something here or be ill prepared. Kanchana moves a little bit away from camp and 'communes with Nature' while praying for her daily alotment of spells.
Leets (Armored Pony) Thursday June 17th, 2004 3:36:39 AM
Leets ponders Kale's words, and asks the others:
"Well, wasn't there something about the Gold One making the Big Red busy while we were doing our job, something like that???"
Adm Ceil Thursday June 17th, 2004 9:34:25 AM
Hmmm! we have a conflick here??
Brahmah has a very good idea, Find out how far she has to go for food. Then makes a crude sundial...
Others want to forget the whole thing and go home...
Others prepare to hide, Trees?? Rocks?? a blade of grass??...
Zeoll want to do the job now! Before she comes back again, it seem to him that she is now brining bigger size food suppies for her young one. Because she has to go farther to get it....
Others are getting ready to go and fight...
Kanchana's thinking is sound, The job (as much as she dislikes it) has to be done or nothing will be left alive around these parts. She now prepares for a lot of healing to do...
I wonder what this band of Domi's pride will decide...
Go ahead and tell me what you want to do now??? Your Play.
Kale Thursday June 17th, 2004 10:22:21 AM
Kale moves over to Zeoll and says "I agree with you. Lets get this over with as soon as possible."
Zeoll Thursday June 17th, 2004 10:52:55 AM
Zeoll agrees with Kale and walks over to Brahmah, hopefully with Kale coming along. "Captain Brrahmah, of courrse the battle is yourrs to plan, but we think that it is betterr to sprring now than wait forr the adult to rreturrn."
"Do let's take advantage of this chance to get this rrisky mission over with rright now."
"But, um, since I was not arround when you decided to take this job, let me ask, arre we kidnapping the drragon pups alive orr killing them? Do we have to brring the bodies back? Do we have rropes or chains to bind them? Arre we seeking any drragon trreasurre as well? Do we have any info about the layout of the lairr, orr what to do to get in and out?"
Flat-top Thursday June 17th, 2004 11:54:59 AM
Flat-top trots over to Brahmah, "Captain! I go along with anything you say. I'll be there right behind you."
Brahmah Thursday June 17th, 2004 4:58:56 PM
"I want to know if Big Gold is ready to help like he said he would. If we somehow knew when the dragons were going to tussle, I'd be more sure when I want to go in. I have no plans to go in or fight when the Big Red is home! I don't want any of us to go in unless we're all sure about it. If one of us backs down in the middle of fighting, it could mean our whole group will die. We all have to be sure about this. I thought we had decided to do this? Was I wrong?" The minotaur isn't upset or angry, just confused.
He looks back at his sundial.
Vasch Thursday June 17th, 2004 5:36:05 PM
"Of course we're not sure about this. I didn't need to see it the looks on your faces enough, but that doesn't change the fact that to be able to go on the offensive against our enemies it must be done."
He looks at Kanchana and then to Zeoll. "I'm sorry, Kanchana, but I don't think we can relocate or use anything less than deadly force against those young. If the mother is as great as threat as the Gold says then we cannot allow the young to reach that point. I don't know anything about dragons and am not willing to take the chance."
Changing topics briefly, "Do we know how long before the army will arrive? 'Cause if we have the time, we should get into position gauge the time she is gone and then do the job. Otherwise we get into position and the next we see her leave make our move. I don't see any other options at this point."
Kanchana Thursday June 17th, 2004 6:29:20 PM
Kanchana rolls her eyes in frustration. *sigh* "If we go in now without a plan we will be wyrmbait. I think Brahmah has the right idea to study the mother's time away from the cubs. Then we will have a general timeframe in which to complete our task." She frowns at Vasch. "If you want to kill children then fine. It is your immortal soul you imperil, you will get no aid from me to kill cubs." Kanchana has not considered that it might sound like she won't heal people, what she really meant was that she would not attack or kill any cubs; if it can be avoided at all. She is having a lot of trouble resolving personal issues about merely defending herself against the dragon cubs' possible attacks.
"Brahmah, the only one who truly did not agree with this task; to my knowledge, was myself." She adds a personal opinion to the debate about going about the task now or later. "Charging in now will be unwise and probably fatal. If we wait we have a chance to see what type of food mamma brings home. That would be knowledge that we might be able to use to our benefit."
Bad Zeoll (Making an illegal second post for the day) Thursday June 17th, 2004 8:54:19 PM
Zeoll nods at this. "Yes, you make sense. But if we arre going to take the time to prreparre, let's do it rright. We need to scout the entirre arrea. We need to know the entrrances and exits frrom the lairr. We need to find out morre."
"And who werre these orrcs and ogrres with the rrounded boulderr symbol? Did they worrk forr the drragon?"
"I suggest that we take a few days, maybe a week, to obserrve, spy, and watch. We need a safe place to do that frrom. I suggest that we searrch forr animals who live arround herre. Using Speak With Animals we can find out morre. Maybe local bats know wherre we could find a cave in which to hide. Maybe wolves or foxes or other clever animals know about the drragon's rroutine."
"Kanchana, you and I arre drruids, but we do not have animal companions. (at least, not that I have seen.) We could take a day to summon animal frriends, who could aid in spying and fighting."
"We could think of otherr ways to get inforrmation and to fight. Rred drragons brreathe firre, rright? Do we have any cold spells to fight with?"
"What about fighting the drragon cubs? Surrely we would be betterr off taking them alive -- to use if we need to barrgain with the motherr. Or to give to this Gold Drragon to use as a leverr."
"But firrst we need to set up a secrret camp, ideally in a cave. We need to set up blinds frrom which to watch. We need to rrecrruit local animals forr info, surrveillance, and fighterrs. We need to Detect Snarres and Pits, and use other divinations."
"Otherr ideas?"
Brahmah, who is just as bad as Zeoll! Thursday June 17th, 2004 9:20:58 PM
"This is why I'm sitting here, watching the stick. I'm devising a plan. Each mark in t he sand is a time when the mama arrives, then departs."
"I'm not worried about you Kanchana, you'll do what you must when you feel it's right. I too, don't like the fact babies are going to get killed, but they are inherently evil at their core. So I made a choice. My goal is to protect those Children of Domi, the Unitaurs, and the best way is to follow the Golds suggestions. I don't want to deal with dragons, period. They're dangerous, even the Good ones."
"Zeoll, Pah'caw can help you. I can speak to her and so can you." He smiles. "She's very friendly. Zeoll, a week maybe too long, but I agree that observation is important."
"Kanchana, what was that wand Rathiniag gave us?"
He looks back at his sundial.
Adm Ceil Friday June 18th, 2004 8:29:54 AM
Well we want to talk alright.
The dawn is about to brake, It is still dark. The sounds of cherping birds stops?? even the crickets stop their summer songs?? All is still-- Then there just like the last time, come this shadow of the dragon.
Only now you know who it is the RED. She starts this spirol down ward glide. Down down she come with in eighty feet above your heads (even thow you hiding behind trees) You duck your heads any way.
For those that look to see what kind food she is bringing to he clutch this time. It is a whale (an Orca) Black and white whale with bloody bite marcks on its head. She passes, riding the air curent to swoop up and disapper around the mountain again.
There you see her again, But how long will it take before she need more and more food? Will she thens go after the village people??? I wonder???
Your turn to talk about it.
Vasch Friday June 18th, 2004 10:37:27 AM
"Save you self-rightousness! Keep your aid." He says to Kanchana. "What I care about are the two young and the survival of our people! Maybe you forget what we fight and bleed and die for. I have done them all and if those young dragons are price that has to be paid, so be it. And if that means my soul...i am willing to pay it..."
Vasch circles the camp area looking at each of the chosen in turn. "And let's forget, those "babies" ate a giant yesterday and a whale today. I don't think there is anything "baby" about them. This is going to be a fight whether you want one or not. So when the time come, you will need to decide, because if your not willing to take the neccessary actions then you are a liability to us all. Make no mistakes...this will be a fight."
Kale Friday June 18th, 2004 11:08:39 AM
Kale sits back and listens to everyone argue about what they should and shouldnt do. "For once im not in the middle." Kale thinks to himself
Kanchana Friday June 18th, 2004 5:55:02 PM
Kanchana actually has a sort of aloof look about her. "Tsk, Vasch. You are obviously not thinking. You will die. Again. Due to your rash actions. Pity." Kanchana pauses in thought. "I was commanded by Gargul himself to see to the Chosen's welfare. Something I try to do as best I may. Also I suppose that you forget that many thought our wards were born evil; or was it tainted? You really should think before you speak." As she decides that she really doesn't have time to argue with a 'blood-thirsty battle-monger' she says, "realize that I have an even higher duty. Mother Wold reguards life higher than death, but you don't care one wit do you? You need to curb your blood-lust. Incedently it is your lack of forethought that is the liability not my right to not take the lives of children." Kanchana senses that she is becoming rather annoyed with people who seem to think that the stroke of a sword is the answer to every 'problem'.
She turns to Brahmah and answers his question. "Brahmah it will help us resist flames." Kanchana offers a few suggestions, whether or not anyone wants to hear them. "Before we rush off and do something ill-planned, I think we should at least make a semblance of a proper battle plan. And we need to figure out some way to keep ourselves from getting isolated from eachother should killing become necessary. We now know; more or less, how long the mother is away for hunting I suppose." With a slightly annoyed tone she points out to Brahmah; and Vasch, "no child is born evil or is inherently evil. They are raised to be good people or bad people."
The druidess is well aware that she is going out on a limb with her words and opinions since she knows little about dragons.
((OOC: Richard (especially) and Jay I hope that you don't take Kanchana's comments in a personal way. It isn't an attack on you or your RP styles. Vasch just got Kanchana's hackles up, and Kanchana can't resist countering some of Brahmah's comments at times. All in all she really does mean well.)) ;D
Brahmah Friday June 18th, 2004 8:20:57 PM
"Vasch! Stop it." Almost feeling challenged by the circling wemic. His hand twitches toward his falchion's hilt.
"Kanchana has at least 'one' point right. Combat, war, battle or conflict, no matter what you call it, needs some order and we have not had that in at least the last three skirmishes. One of which should have been a lesson, to at least one of us." He looks pointedly at Vasch. "You died."
"Kanchana has her charge from Gargul to watch over the Chosen. It's far from self-rightous, Vasch. It seems more selfless to me."
He pauses to ponder the next statement he is about to make, he makes it with a heavy heart. "Several of us have been more than impatient to get into combat, rarely think and have caused others to be hurt. Chosen or not, I don't think that was Domi's plan. I think one or two of you may even question my leadership in secret." He looks at Kanchana. "And it's not Kanchana, as you might believe. She's gives important council to me."
He pauses again, still not quite stating his point. "I guess what I'm trying to say... is... if I'm not a good leader, say so. If I'm too demanding, say so. If I'm too soft, say so. I take criticism from taurs that have 'the horns' to tell me what they think. If this female can do it **pointing to Kanchana**, then I'm sure all of Domi's Chosen can."
Brahmah, still watching Vasch pace, he raises an eyebrow, sneers and approaches the liontaur with his head down. He then ponders how to state the next question, diplomatically, but then just decides being forward is best. He tilts his head inquisitively, not making eye contact. "Am I too soft for you, Vasch? Should I be more blood thirsty, Vasch? More willing to die because I'm the leader of the Chosen, Vasch? More willing to sacrifice, Vasch?" He pauses, chest heaving more and more quickly, veins visibly throbbing on his neck. Gritting his teeth. "It's simple. Perhaps you should lead the battle with the Reds, Vasch. Would you like that?" His eyes are still faced down.
Zeoll Friday June 18th, 2004 8:23:04 PM
"Kanchana, Vasch, Domi would not want us to to quarrrel. I know Kanchana will help when the time comes, of courrse. We will be a team."
"We have a mission. I think we have to be smarrt about it, but we should not despairr. Have courrage!"
"And I think we should try to take the drragon cubs alive, if we can. It will give us morre leverrage."
"What do you think of my otherr ideas? Summoning Animal Companions? Establishing a camp? Scouting the arrea arround the lairr? Talking to local animals for info? Maybe we can find a bearr orr two to charrm beforre the attack?"
[OOC: Ceil, maybe we can plan with a extra posts over the weekend?]
Kanchana (to Zeoll) Saturday June 19th, 2004 12:20:08 PM
"I am sorry Zeoll. I forgot to anwer you as well." Kanchana has the good grace to look sheepish. "I think it is a good idea to ask the local fauna about the caves, scouting and such. However I not very good with animals. How do you propose we go about that task?" Kanchana thinks about the wolves she summoned. "I had to sacrifice a spell to summon those wolves. I would rather not face the dragons with no spells and only a few animals to rely on. Also I have no use for a companion animal; I prefer the earth-bound childer of the Great Mother."
Zeoll Saturday June 19th, 2004 12:51:24 PM
Zeoll smiles at Kanchana. "I too do not generally have an animal companion. But with a day of mediatation, any drruid can summon one, and then dismiss it a day orr a week orr a yearr laterr, as desirred. Just as you might take seconds to summon wolves that stay forr a verry shorrt time, we can take a while to summon animals that stay a while."
[OOC: I'm saying you can look at an animal companion as a summon nature's ally spell with a day casting time and a duration of permanent until slain or dismissed.]
"As forr talking with local crreatures, we can use Detect Animals and Speak With Animals to find local bats, foxes, hawks, etc -- these can tell us what we want to know. I rreally wish I had not yet prreparred my spells, since I did not prreparre those. If you have not prreparred yourrs, maybe you could do that."
"My suggestion is that we wait two days and attack on the morrning of the thirrd."
"On the firrst day we camp and watch. The sneakiest of us get a feel forr the arrea. Kanchana and I would use the day to summon animal companions."
"On the second day we get morre info. We find creaturres and talk with them. We considerr alterrnate ways to enterr and leave. We prreparre a hiding place to flee to if we arre pursued. If we arre seperrated, we know to meet at the hiding place. We also find out if therre arre any bearrs or mountain lions or wolves arround herre."
"On the morrning of the thirrd day, we go to the bearrs or wolves or mountain lions and use Charm Animals to befrriend some. When we see the motherr dragon leave, we sprring into action."
"That's my idea for a plan. I don't know you all well enough to suggest individual ideas. Brrahmah and Pawcaw could scout the area. With his ability to get away, Mangram can scout closer and then blip away. If anyone can cast Identify, these items need to be figurred out. Any otherr ideas?"
Flat-top Saturday June 19th, 2004 3:12:18 PM
Flat-top Stand there Listining to all that is said. He knows very well how Kanchana feel about animals and of all that is nature. As for Brahmah, He's a very strong leader, he tries to see everything, he even know the real reason as to why we are here, The Little Ones, the Unitairs.
Zeoll is right on several counts, the biggest lesson Zoell learn by his own death in battle is Stick with the Plan, Stick with the others.
So Flat-top turn to Kanchana, smiles at her, "You know I watch you with Paw'caw, you got her out of that tree when she needed healing so bad. That bird came to you, trusted you to heal her. And you wonder why I kind of... err... like you. For you I'll try not to kill the wyrms, BUT if I have to do that job for the little one to live. Then I'll will kill those pup of thr Red One. Remember Domi's wishes comes first!"
Adm Ceil Saturday June 19th, 2004 3:35:32 PM
You wnat more time?? Alright Here goes...
You all talk through the night, Weird sound come from in side the mountain. Nothing moves, not a sound, not any kind of amimal, bird or insect. Not even the wind stirs the trees.
Untill almost Dawn, when the light starts to peak over the crest of the mountain. There's something scratching the rock and bolders. Little by little up the side of the mountain, you see the Red Dragon slowly climb up the side of the cliff, up and up she goes, untill she reaches the top.
There she launches herself into the air, then makes a large circle almost as if she is looking for something or someone to move. She does not spot you and does not find what she is looking for. So she direct her attention West and flies in that direction, into fading stars for another hunt.
Alright you have a repreve for another day.
Your Turn.
Brahmah Saturday June 19th, 2004 5:32:50 PM
Brahmah shakes his head in frusteration and goes off to the tents. "We should hide out one more day. So that we can carefully plan the assault. Until then, we shoulc hide in the rocks just above the tents. I might find a small bird or rat to befriend and I could use my wand to speak with them. I can also Charm them, but not until tomorrow. Kanchana, you should find some fungus or something." He grins, and blushes. "Plants." "Anyway, I am willing to go anytime. Everyone must feel right about it.
Curious though. If the orcs had a mission from the Red for several days now, the Red hasn't checked up on them and the mission..." He pauses, some fear in his eyes. "Those glass globes!? What do you think they are for?! Do you think they were talking with her, and we are what she is looking for tonight?"
He looks at Kanchana, "Pah'caw likes you." He says boldly after she states that 'she's not good with animals.'
Zeoll d20+6=8 d20+6=16 d20+6=19 d20+6=16 d20+6=16 d20+6=18 d20+6=7 d20+6=24 Saturday June 19th, 2004 11:54:10 PM
YESTERDAY! After talking with Kanchana, Zeoll spends the rest of the day concentrating and meditating. He sends his mind roaming into the wilderness. He imagines having four legs but no arms. He imagines running, hunting, with a pack. The moon pulls, and Zeoll howls. Deer sprint away, then fall, pulled down by his brothers. The blood runs hot in his throat. In this way Zeoll calls to a wolf.
TODAY! Zeoll spends a little time with his wolf, teaching him to attack on command. He prepares three spells: Detect Animals and Plants, and Speak with Animals x2. He casts the Detect Animals and spends 40 minutes searching with Brahmah and Kanchana for animals such as bats, foxes, hawks, wolves, bear, racoons, owls, and cougars. He uses his Wild Empathy ability so that animals do not flee or fight. [rolls if needed: 8, 16, 19, 16] He uses speak with animals to ask these questions:
Are there any caves nearby? Where?
Where does the dragon live? How can you get there? How else can you get there?
What creatures live with or serve the dragon?
Where is a good place to hide from the dragon?
What predators live nearby? Bears? Wolves? Mountain lions? Boars? Snakes? Where?
That should take care of all Zeoll's druid spells. (Cast with rod of extend, by the way.) He also prepares four cure minor wounds, which he uses on any injured animals he meets.
"Tomorrrow," he tells Kanchana, "I was thinking I would prreparre a Detect Snarres and Pits and two Charrm Animals."
"I am worrried that the mama drragon, with a keen nose, will trrack us down. May I suggest you prreparre two orr thrree Pass Without Trrace spells? That might let us get away. I am surre you can affect morre of us with each casting than I can."
[OOC: ooh! later, I remembered that Zeoll has ranks in Gather Info. That's really what he is doing. Here are some Gather Info checks: 16, 18, 7, 24]
Kanchana d20+4=15 d20+3=22 d20+12=14 d20+12=30 d20+3=10 d20=13 d20=2 d20=5 d20=15 Sunday June 20th, 2004 4:09:57 AM
Day 1: Kanchana spends the entire day trying to summon a companion animal. She concentrates on a larger stronger version of a common burrow-dwelling animal known for its cunning and tenacity. She prays to Mother Wold to grant her request for an animal companion large enough and wily enough to defend her while she sees to the health of others. Kanchana feels that she has enough skill to successfully summon a such a special creature; Mother Wold willing!
Day 2: With any luck her summons worked and a noticably larger than normal weasel will come to her. She will spend most of this day using her Wild Empathy and handle animal skill to explain what they are trying to do and how this will be beneficial for everything living around here. Kanchana will at the same time teach the weasel to specifically guard her.
(Wild Empathy 15, Handel Animal 22)
If everything works out she will assist Zeoll with his info gathering forrays. (On Zeoll's first and last gather info checks he gets a +2 from Kanchana trying her best to aid him.)
Day 3: The Druidess makes her final preparations to confront the dragons. "Zeoll I can only cast two "pass spells", effecting only one taur at a time. I hope that I will be able to find some plants that might work as a scent-breaker though. It worked well last time I tried that." She also seeks plants found around here that might work as a new type of scent-breaker. She prays for a few pass without trace spells just in case. If she finds any useful plants she will quickly make up as much of the scent-breaker mixture that she can.
(Knowledge Nature 14, Herbalism 30, Search 10)
Kanchana's Spells: 1st day: LVL 0: Create Water** Cure Minor Wounds** Purify Food and Drink
LVL 1: Detect Animals or Plants** Charm Animal**
LVL 2: Summon Nature's Ally II** Summon Swarm
2nd day: LVL 0: Create Water** Cure Minor Wounds** Purify Food and Drink
LVL 1: Detect Snares and Pits Pass without Trace**
LVL 2: Soften Earth and Stone** Summon Swarm
Zeoll Sunday June 20th, 2004 9:10:14 AM
OOC: Hmmm? Pass without Trace affects one creature per level. That's four per spell for Kanchana, right? So two spells is eight creatures. If that's not enough to cover all of us, perhaps ranger Brahmah would cast another to mask another three of us?
Vasch Sunday June 20th, 2004 10:45:42 AM
[OOC: This make the game more fun and challenging. I don't take any offense nor do I mean any by my posting. It's all for fun and the enjoyment of the game.]
Brahmah flinches towards causing Vasch to leap backwards away from Brahmah his hand instinctively reaching for an arrow. He catches himself and stops. "Do you want to do that..." His eyes never leave Brahmah.
"Keep your pity woman! You have your commands and I have mine." Vasch's tail twitches back and forth all the while still keeping his eyes on Brahmah. "And save your surmon, not interested[i]."
[Kanchana]:[i] 'You need to curb your blood-lust. Incedently it is your lack of forethought that is the liability not my right to not take the lives of children.'
"I would expect that from a she-lion! What would you have us do? We're here because we can't take care of the two we have! And it's not liability, it's life. We are hunters, I would expect you to know that!" His tail is really snapping back and forth. It is very apparent to other liontaurs that Vasch is VERY upset.
[Brahmah]: 'Brahmah, still watching Vasch pace, he raises an eyebrow, sneers and approaches the liontaur with his head down. He then ponders how to state the next question, diplomatically, but then just decides being forward is best. He tilts his head inquisitively, not making eye contact. "Am I too soft for you, Vasch? Should I be more blood thirsty, Vasch? More willing to die because I'm the leader of the Chosen, Vasch? More willing to sacrifice, Vasch?"'
Vasch backs away a low growl can just barely be hear at Brahmah's approach. In a low gutteral voice, "If you're going lead, figure it out yourself. I don't have answers..." In his mind, to show doubt is weakness... "I won't lead..."
Vasch moves off from the camp. He spends the next days away from the others. He will sleep during the day and watch at night. He will spend much of his time when not at watch praying for an answer or some sign from Tomi.
Tomi, I know I've seen your signs. The return of Kale and the ressurection of Zeoll all worry me. We cannot take the dragons alive...they won't see...they're so blind that it will cost us all...if I fall again...I don't think I have the strength to return...Tomi give me courage...
Kanchana (OOC) Sunday June 20th, 2004 2:58:01 PM
((Oops! Yes I somehow missed the /level thing... Thanks foe pointing that out Cayzle.))
Brahmah Sunday June 20th, 2004 7:04:01 PM
Brahmah's eyes get wide and he looks up, meeting Vasch's gaze. He doesn't look at all amused and steps up face to face with Vasch.
To Vasch~ "You WILL respect that 'SHE-LION' and everything she has to say! You WILL respect each Chosen... including me. 'Doubt is a sign of weakness? I was always told 'Doubt gives us strength, for we question ourselves and our goals.' My father told that to me. Are you telling me my father was weak?" He steps closer, literally hoof to paw.
If Vasch attempts to leave the camp, Brahmah says, "Sulking is a sign of pitty. I don't pitty the foolish!"
As the day(s) go on, Brahmah waits for the others to get ready. "What spell should I prepare?"
Flat-top Sunday June 20th, 2004 8:23:15 PM
Flat-top listens to the both of them, Just before Vasch walks off, So he tells the both of them, "I hope you two got everything off your chest. Before we go into that cave. It will be almost inpossable job to start with, if nobody watches what their doing or watches their buddies back, We Will die for sure. That people is how Zeoll died the first time. He went in to fight the enermy with his own plans and he paid the price. If we fight! we fight as brothers. Brothers don't fight each other. Kanchana do your thing, you were wonderful the last time. What ever you have planed, go to it girl. Brahmah! Know you one of the best Leader I ever saw or work under. What ever you say, I'll obey any orders you tell me to do, just let me know. Varch I'll protect your back anytime with my hide, you can count on that. Now good Buddies let's make the best of the rest of the day."
Zeoll Sunday June 20th, 2004 9:52:57 PM
Zeoll says "Hmm" and looks annoyed when Flat-top says Zeoll went to fight on his own. But what he says is, "Flat-top is exactly rright. No one looked out forr me, no one watched my back, and I died. Now, I know that Kanchana will watch my back -- because that's what she did in the last fight. I rreally appreciate that. Vasch also fought brravely, and I know he will again. If we arre a team we will win!"
He suggests that Brahmah take a Pass Without Trace, so that three of the spells (two from Kanchana and one from Brahmah) will let the entire party get away undetected.
[OOC: How about the gathering info? What did local animals say? Is there a cave or good place to hide after the fight? Are there multiple exits from the dragon's lair? Can we find wolves or bears or some big animal to charm before the fight? Any other info?]
Adm Ceil Monday June 21st, 2004 8:14:04 AM
OOC:My my dear playmates, I see why you wanted another day of Play. But you see our Dear DM Jim only gave me a little bit of infomation,(and that is running out fast), The info that I do have I'll give you willingly (Yeah Sure!). But I cannot OK the permanent pets or companions. You'll have to ask DM Jim about that. I will role play all NPC side kicks. Now let's Play...
Hmm that's odd, She never circle this little spot before?? I wonder why?? I'm sure we'll find out soon, Real Soon.
Brahmah goes to his sun dial and put marks that only he knows what they mean. But you can see that he is still hurt and mad about the little disagrement, because steam is comming out of his nose.
Kanchana goes about her business of spells, chants, plantes and herbes. Oh! Look she just found some green tea. And a weasel sneeking around.
Varch goes off to cool off, but he does think back to the battle in which he died. he WAS too far ahead of the party and never saw the trap untill it was too late. Even then he was surrounded and even thou he fougth very well, he never had a chance. But his friends did come through for him.
Zeoll meditates, humes and chants, opens one eye and there in frount of him is a mouse (right color, wrong animal) Zeoll ask the mouse about the Red Dragon. The mouse hair stands up on end, his eye bug out and then drops dead (with out saying a word). Zeoll Consentrates alittle longer, opens his eyes again there is an old gray she foxe there. She listen to what he wants, she Tells him I have noot lived this long messing around with Dragons. She turns and goes away. Zoell cannot under stand as to why this is happening, but in the thickets there's a Big gray wolf. (Like I said we'll have to role play)
The rest of the party (Kale, Gectkar, Flat-top, Leets and Toros are trying (very, very hard) to stay out of the storm of two very good fighters.
Now it's your turn.
Vasch Monday June 21st, 2004 9:39:15 AM
[OOC: Vasch's doubt comment was him thinking not aloud. I think I wrote it that way. He wouldn't directly say that to Brahmah.]
Vasch gets as Brahmah fronts him. "RESPECT is earned. The only reason I'm here is Tomi. I fight for him, not you. I came back because of him, not you...AND IF YOU DON'T GET OUT OF MY FACE...WE CAN DO THIS!!!"
Unless Brahmah does something there will be a staredown and Vasch will gather his gear and head back towards the village.
[Brahmah]: "Sulking is a sign of pitty. I don't pitty the foolish!"
In a calmer tone with slower and steady breathing, "It's not foolishness nor fear, Brahmah. Taking the dragons alive is a deadly mistake, and since I'm the only one who thinks this I'll be a liability, so it's been said. I've decided to go back to the village. Should you fail, someone will need to help the village against the army. Not to mention keeping Kenisha and the young safe. I will not leave them in the hands of a dragon no matter how friendly or helpful it may seem. So you see Captain I do what I have always done...what was needed...good luck to you all, and may Tomi keep you safe." Vasch walks away leaving the others to think on what he has said or dismiss it as foolish banter, he cares not which.
Kale Monday June 21st, 2004 11:49:39 AM
after Vasch leaves, Kale tells Brahmah and the others, "Just hold your tongues. Whether you like him or not, we need him. Ill bring him back." then Kale leaves and catches up with Vasch. "Im not sure what has happened between everyone in the past, but you all accepted a task to do, even if everyone doesnt agree with it. If you leave not, you break that agreement, and everyone shall fall." Kale says seriously. then, his tone a bit lighter, he says "Except meof course. I always have a way out."
Kanchana d20+3=19 d20+4=16 Monday June 21st, 2004 12:36:12 PM
Kanchana looks at the tiny weasel and is surprised that Mother Wold would send her something so small to help defend her against a large enemy like dragon young appearently are. The druidess considers possibly dismissing it, since she doesn't want to cause the death of the little critter. Kanchana asks the weasel, "do you really want to stay?? We are going after creatures even larger than I am. It could be deadly. If you would like to leave then I do not mind. I would rather see you live than maybe die..." Kanchana uses every resource she has to explain all this to the weasel. She will hold it (if it lets her) and scratch it gently on the back and near the ears as she speaks with it.
After returning from her failed foraging attempt to find plants that might make a good scent-breaker Kanchana hears the ongoing conflict with Vasch. She thinks to herself, 'and he thinks I am a liability. I wonder if he even realizes who it was that demanded that we take him with us to the temple even though he was dead? And who it was that helped carry him all the way there? Maybe I should have explained that self-defense against the dragon childer is fine, but not outright killing them as a first resort??'
Kanchana will not spend much time contemplating Vasch's words. To her they were a lot of anger and harsh words; nothing really to ponder. She was not expecting much, if any respect from a male wemic. Not all prides practice equality between males and females. She is glad that she has Nature to turn to when she needs to calm down and think. 'I wonder why there is little pride-thinking among us? Maybe we are not yet ready to fight for Father Tomi's goal of one People? Hmm, no... I think it is more the burden of trying to find sanctuary and aid among strangers. But a schism among the Chosen must surely represent one among the Taurs? Vasch doesn't stand much chance in protecting the cubs and their mothers alone. Humans don't seem to be overly fond of Taurs, and dragons cannot be trusted.'
Kanchana watches Vasch do; in her opinion, yet another rash, ill-thought through action. She doesn't say anything to him, Father Tomi will guide him right in the end. When Kale leaves to follow Vasch Kanchana wonders if he will have any success. After all Vasch more less 'said' that he didn't care for the Chosen.
(Wild Empathy 19, Handle Animal 16)
Weasel(ceil) Monday June 21st, 2004 5:11:48 PM
The weasel stops and watches Kanchana, Suprised that he can understand her, He listens as he is getting scared because she said animals bigger tha her?? He starts cry "MaMa! she want my pelt! Mama! shhhe want to kill me Help!!" at this point Kanchana pick up and starts scratching his tummy. "HELP!! HelP!! OhHh! Yesss! Scratch right there and right here." He arches bis bach and neck, "Don't forget the ears?"
Zeoll Monday June 21st, 2004 10:26:32 PM
Zeoll thanks the fox for the help. The next day (the morning of the third day since the orc fight), the liontaur (with his friends, at least ranger Brahmah and druid Kanchana) visits the thicket where the wolf lives. Zeoll tries to find the wolf and casts Charm Animal on it (Will save DC14). If the wolf saves, he'll try again (same DC). He'll use his special rod to make the spell last twice as long.
If the wolf is charmed on the first try, Zeoll will use his second Charm Animal spell on whatever other animal or bird he can see.
Zeoll asks Brahmah how his study of the dragon's habits has gone. Does he think he can pick a good time to invade the lair with a fair chance of getting out before the mama gets back?
Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2, Detect Snares and Pits, Cure Minor Wounds x4.
Brahmah Monday June 21st, 2004 11:21:21 PM
Brahmah just watches Vasch leave in anger. Makes a brushing motion in the air and makes a sound. "Accghh. Who needs him? Let 'im wander to the village. I hope the mama red isn't hunting for Taurs this day."
Thinking, Perhaps Domi has a mission for Vasch, but he seems to lack something. Stability, maybe?
Looking at Kale, "This is the first issue I've openly had, but its something that is an on going problem, Kale. He is brash and young. He is right though, I have NOT earned his respect yet and don't think I ever will now. Chosen have it rough. Vasch may not like me, but I have no problems with him. I like him. He's like I was after my father was killed... arrogant, brash, young, defensive and angry at everyone and everything. Most of you might remember how rude I was when I came to the Chosen. I listened to Kenisha, learned and changed. Hopefully Vasch will come around. Domi chose him for his strong will and his stronger arm. He is Chosen, like us. We'll meet up with him in the village after the fight."
Brahmah Monday June 21st, 2004 11:22:05 PM
OOC: Oops. Spell prepared: Pass Without Trace.
Flat-top Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 6:59:05 AM
Flat-top watches as Varch turns and goes down the path to the village. Flat-top goes to Brahmah "Good job, Captain. You taught him a very good lesson, think of the problem and win with out shedding any blood. That to me is a sign of a great Leader." then pats Brahmah on the shoulder.
Toros Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 7:35:55 AM
Toros is sick and does not have any energy to pay attention to what is happening around him. Maybe this is the exhaustion after all those events without proper rest, and perhaps he did not eat right enough recently so his body became vulnerable to any negative impact that would not harm him at all normally. He is sorry for his situation, and even this may make him worse...
Brahmah Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 7:44:25 AM
With Flat-top's praise targeted at Brahmah, the minotaur flinches slightly, releasing tension and finally releasing the hilt of his Falchion. "I don't know Flat-top. I have a bad feeling, that this thing with Vasch isn't over."
Turning, he notices several Chosen are not around, or are gone entirely. "See, see that Flat-top, I scared them all off! Where's Leets and the other one, Gecktar? Toros, is he okay? And Kale's here then he's gone... that's no surprise though, that's just Kale."
"By all that is His Courage, let's get this crap over with." He prepares his gear and tightens his buckler.
Adm Ceil d20+5=20 d20+5=8 Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 8:56:21 AM
Zeoll comes across an older she wolf, She tries to back off and run away, but her paw is caught on a small snare trap. She growls "Grrr" she shows her teeth, she snaps at him "snap snap". But the trap hurts her paw She whines and give out a small yelp. But his voice is soothing to her and will let Zeol take the trap off.
Kanchana charm her weasel at once, he is happy in her arms, then he find an empty pouch on her belt and make himself a home there. As she goes on gathering ingrediants for the potions she will make.
Toros feel sick, or is it something else?? a bad omen?? A fight among the Chosen a bad omen??
Varch going down to the village, mumbling all the way.
Kale hot behind him he'll be cathing up to him soon.
Flat-top is packing his extra stuff, and is very glad that they will be on the move. This place give him the shivers.
Gecthar and Leets do the same thing, for almost the same reason, this war place is cursed the faster the leave the better.
The plot thickens, is this the end of the Chosen of Domi?? Has evil finnaly split them?? Only time will tell, Maybe??
Alright your turn to play.
Vasch Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 12:30:07 PM
Kale catches up to Vasch and talks to him down the trail. "We had no choice!" Vasch shouts. He stops in mid-thought and composes himself. "I'm sorry Kale. Things feel much more grim lately. Gods and their servents plotting against us, children we can't protect...and being dead...it's just been a lot to deal with." Vasch throws his arms up, "I'd kill every enemy...every last one... if it meant that our people would be safe. It's not that I enjoy the death...we don't have many options..."
Vasch's face loses all expression and turns serious, even more so than before. "Kale," he says placing a hand on Kale's shoulder, "Leave me dead next time." He leaves it that.
He turns back towards the others and starts back to the camp. "Let's deal with those dragons.
He returns to camp and neither speaks or response to any of the others. He keeps out of the way his mind deep on thought of things as he looks off towards the dragons.
Tomi.........
Leets Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 3:14:51 PM
"I'm here Brahmah...I had found a quiet place to summon Managarm back, but I've seen Kale and Vasch walking away...I'm not worried by their act, they are faithful followers of Domi although they have their own way to serve him. Maybe sometimes the best way to keep a friend is to let him go...I'msure they will be there when Domi needs them..."
Leets checks his backpack, and ask:
"So, what do we do with this dragon?"
Kanchana d20+3=4 d20+5=25 d20+12=29 d20+12=22 d20+15=30 Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 5:50:31 PM
Kanchana takes some more time searching for plants that might be of use to the Chosen now. If just wouldn't do to succeed with the duty they have undertaken only to die at the hands of the mother afterwards.
She searches for as long as she can. Kanchana doesn't have to worry about her gear since she never unpacked anything. If the others decide to move on then she is ready to leave at a moments notice.
Kanchana takes her little weasel friend with her on her forray. After all maybe he can help? She converses with him about her plans for the future, and also tells him about the plants that she comes across and what properties they have.
The she-wemic thinks the mission through again as she searches. She is certain that the mother will hunt out either what stole or destroyed her babies; or the next best thing... the village. That is what moderately intelligent predator mother would do if she were powerful enough. She certainly looked powerful enough. Kanchana's stomach feels like it is tying itself in knots.
Zeoll Tuesday June 22nd, 2004 11:22:06 PM
Zeoll charms the wolf and releases it from the trap. He brings it back to camp.
"Now is the time forr us to go on ourr quest. Is the motherr drragon away? If she is, let's go now!"
Flat-top Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 7:05:43 AM
Flat-top packs the rest of his snacks, apples, pine nuts and a few cherries. "alright I'm ready. Let's go. Wait! A minute where's my mirror on a chain?? Oh! Here it is around my neck. Alright Now I'm ready to go!"
Brahmah Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 10:28:08 AM
"It's great your still here Leets."
"Let's move, to the dragons lair! Courage."
He looks around, embarrassed. "Hmm, which way?" He grins and rubs the back of his neck, roaring with laughter.
Staking Out the Red Dragon
Adm Ceil Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 10:37:17 AM
Now that you know what time she leaves and the time she get back. From dawn and dust is about 12 to 14 hours to get the job done.
Brahmah give the order to brake camp and move on to find this cave.
Varch and Kale are on their way back to the party.
Zeoll trains the She wolf, She seem to listen to what he is saying, but then tell Zeoll that the area is too open, she want to go into the trees.
Kanchana trains her little weasel pup and he tell her to keep off the red pins cones, because it nums his nose for a long time and he cannot smell anything for a full week, But the blue flours are good when you catch fire on your pelt.
Leets follows Brahmah telling him that think he knows of a place where he can call on Managram.
Toros, Gecthar and Flat-top are all pack and ready. The are now following Brahmah on a path.
The lot of you are no sooner into the trees (Well hidden from the Skies, that You hear the loudest schreeching you ever heard. You all duck on to the ground and looking up and you see...
The Red Dragon is in site and flying south. She goes pass you (You Lucky Taurs). Then when she is well pass you, she turns then glide down low. As she aproches the glen she breath Flames that engulf the whole area. Nothing is left, no tree, no plantes, no animals that might have wondered there, No tents, Nothing but ashes. She pulls up just before she hit the wall, then proceds on her hunt up north west.
Well I'm scared, How about you??
Your turn, My Sweets.
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 75) Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 11:01:25 AM
Brahmah casts his Pass without Trace Spell. (It lasts 1 hour/level, Brahmah's caster level is 3 is that what they mean or do they mean ranger level which is 6?)
He touchs Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar each on the should. "May your only be found by Domi himself." He does not cast it on himself.
Brahmah (additional) Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 11:03:46 AM
(OOPS)
OOC: Pass w/o Trace spell also effects one creature touched/level.
Kale Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 11:53:32 AM
nodding at Vasch's request, Kale catches up with the others. noticing a few animals among the group, Kale doesnt say anything but wonders to himself, what good are they going to be against dragons. then a thought comes to him and he goes to Brahmah and asks "Do we know how many dragons are going to be there?"
Leets Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 2:29:28 PM
Leets smiles as he checks the pointed head of his morningstar.
"I would not have imagined a better challenge for the Chosen of Domi than this Red Dragon! Let's show the beast that the steels in our hearts is sharper than any scale!"
"May Domi's arm protect you all my friends, and his will lead your weapons!"
Leets lifts his shield high in the air, and calls:
"Oh celestial friend sent by the lord of courage! It's high time for the hunt! Jump beyond the veil of azur skies and help us track the beast!"
Managram(ceil) Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 3:09:56 PM
"POP!" Managramjust sits there, with a gleem in his eye, "*I'm all healed up!* Until the the dragon pass over head, the dog look at Leets, *Now! You Call me? A Red Dragon? That Red Dragon is ten tims your hight?? Could not call me after the dragon?? NO! You call me now.*
Flat-top Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 3:16:36 PM
Flat-top look at Brahmah, telling him as flat-top get off the ground, "Well! I guess that answers the question of Where the orc and oger working for the Red, She just fired them! We sure got out of that gleen just in time." Then turns to Varch, "Hey! Four Paws! See Domi is still looking over All of us."
Kanchana Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 5:30:58 PM
Kanchana leaves the weasel to ride in one of her pouches. She will easily keep pace with the others. She quietly tells them that she could find no useful plants to aid them in disguising their scent. Kanchana's pass without trace spells will last for four hours. When the opportunity arrises she will cast them and make sure that everyone else receives the benefits from her spells. (Brahmah, Vasch, Toros, Zeoll, Kale, and herself). The druidess is really put out by the dragon wantonly destroying the habitat. She is also frightened by the awesome display of destruction and power, but more upset.
((OOC: Jay according the the PHB 3.5 pgs. 171, 181, the spells are based on caster level not character level (if they are not the same that is; at least as far as I understand it). So Brahmah's Pass w/o Trace should last 3 hours. I hope this helps and doesn't seem patronizing.))
OOC: Eunice your little weasel nerviously gave you two potion ingrediant, He's young but he likes to chatter alot. Look back and see what he said about the red pine cones and blue (i think i said flour but it should be) blue pine cones. the red cones are pass with a trace and the blue are for Healing. You grind them into a powder to use them.
Brahmah Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 6:45:04 PM
(Eunice~ Nope :), not patronizing. I often misread or misinterperate things.)
Looking at Kale, Brahmah says, "Four or five."
He nods at Flat-top.
Kanchana (addendum) d20+3=19 d20+4=14 d20+4=6 Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 7:58:30 PM
In that case Kanchana would of course listen to the little weasel and collect the different pine cones before moving on. (She will gather as many as she can). She will put them into a small bag within her haversack until further use can be made of them.
"That thrice cursed dragon destroyed more of the pine cones Ilder; my weasel friend, found for me. He said something about grinding them up and eating them."
It takes Kanchana at least a half hour to put two and two together and figure out what Ilder really said. 'makes my nose numb? burning pelts? red cones, blue cones...'
Kanchana peeks into the pouch that the weasel is riding in. She tries to make friendly conversation, "Ilder? The blue cones are they a type of cure? The red ones make your nose numb? Can they be used to help hide? Do we eat them?" Sadly the druidess lacks finess in talking with animals. Hopefully she doesn't end up scaring the poor weasel half to death! She really is trying to be friendly.
(Int 19, Wis 14, Wild Empathy (an appalling) 6!)
((Huh, somehow I misread that passage about the pine cones. Typical me. Sorry. BTW Ilder means weasel in Norwegian, I figure that is a good name for a weasel. lol!))
Vasch Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 7:59:34 PM
Still running somewhat high on adrenalin from the heated discussion with the other Chosen nearly comes out of his skin as the red carpets the campsite with her flames.
"By Tomi!" He says in a startled tone.
Tomi...courage and strength...
Brahmah Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 9:38:54 PM
Brahmah smiles as Vasch returns. "I am happy your back Vasch."
His expression straightens and he addresses the wemic about the incident earlier. "I realized after you left that dying must be a draining experience. I do respect you Vasch, even if I have to earn yours. I would think, though, that if someone was disrespectful of any one Chosen of Domi, they are directing that disrespect toward Domi himself, even if they aren't intending too." He smiles. "Lets go."
The minotaur begins walking in the direction indicated. "I am glad your both back."
(ooc:This last comment to Vasch isn't at all meant as a slam on him. Please know that. He's stating a God fearing opinion. I enjoy the roleplaying as well. ;))
Zeoll d20+6=7 Wednesday June 23rd, 2004 11:42:22 PM
Zeoll and his new wolf friend head with the group towards the dragon lair. When he is near, he casts his Detect Snares and Traps spell.
If the Wolf will not enter, he uses his Wild Empathy to tell her to stand guard and warn them if the dragon or other enemies come from behind. (Wild Empathy Roll 7 -- not very good!)
Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2, Detect Snares and Pits, Cure Minor Wounds x4.
She Wolf Thursday June 24th, 2004 8:55:38 AM
The she wolf is happy the Zeoll has free her and heald her. "Where are we going? Err... What are you half human and half What?? You want to go to a cave?? But I don't go to Mother Dragon cave, she evil."
Adm Ceil d100=65 Thursday June 24th, 2004 10:11:59 AM
Well! That was an eye opner, It look like you are getting closer to your goal... OK! Here we go again
Brahmah call to see if Paw'caw is alrigt, listens and hears a very far Caw of his Eagle, she's alright, but will not come to him. The captain ell everybody to follow the wolf.
As Vasch and Kale get up from the ground, looks at each other wit a wonder in their eyes. they head to the Captain, wondering just how many are these little evil things are they about to face??
Kanchana is starting to understand her little Ilder, he still chatters almost to fast for her. But after the horror of what the dragon did, She take her pet into her arm to calm the animal. She spots a yellow pine cone, so she pick it up, Ilder grab it and starts eating away.
Leets prayer is answered and Managram is very happy to see Leets again, then wonders why now. But hear a very evil word Dragon.
Toros and Gectkar are not far behind the party.
Zeoll tell the she wolf to find the Dragon cave, BUT the she wolf makes it clear that she will not have anything to do with Mother Dragon. She will not put her life in needless danger. She refuses to move.
Well Zoell it looks like you'll have to use more charm on this famale wolf??(the wolf made her percentage role.)
Your turn now.... (lol)
Zeoll d20+6=17 Thursday June 24th, 2004 10:23:07 AM
Zeoll tries to convince the wolf -- he casts a second Charm spell (Will DC 14) and he tries to use his Wild Empathy (17 is pretty good).
But the most important thing is to keep up with the party.
He tries to make the wolf understand that if she will not come into the lair, she can stand guard outside.
Kale Thursday June 24th, 2004 10:38:18 AM
after hearing Leets comments, Kale gives him a are you crazy look, then he nods to Brahmah. "Lets get going." is all he says as he starts moving down the path to the cave
Vasch d20+9=18 d20+9=10 Thursday June 24th, 2004 2:35:50 PM
Vasch gives a nodd back to Brahmah, but doesn't say anything. He continues down the trail out in front of the others.
He takes mental notes of his equipment and thinks of the best combination of potions to keep himself alive.
[Spot DC18, Survival DC10]
Kanchana d20+4=21 Thursday June 24th, 2004 3:07:00 PM
While soothing the weasel she does her best to keep a conversation with him going. She scratches him behind the ears like he asked her to earlier.
"What is the yellow pine cone good for? Is it foodstuff, or something else besides that? The red and blue pine cones, one hurts your nose and the other cures it?" Kanchana is excitedly asking Ilder a lot of pine cone questions.
Naturally since he seems to like to eat the yellow pine cones she gathers as many as she can and puts them into another handy bag; which she will then put into her haversack. She tries not to lag behind the others.
"Do we have a plan once we enter the cave? We can't just act like sheep and mill around. Oh, we only have 3 to 4 hours to capture - or kill [she adds grudgingly]- the dragon cubs, and pick up a little well deserved funds I hope. After that we start to leave our scent behind again." Kanchana is beginning to need a copper jar for all of her unasked for two coppers worth of opinions and ideas!
LVL 1: Detect Snares and Pits Pass without Trace** (used these)
LVL 2: Soften Earth and Stone** Summon Swarm
She Wolf(ceil) d100=2 Thursday June 24th, 2004 5:13:01 PM
OOC:She miss her persentage of resisting you.
She Wolf look into Zeoll's eyes, trying to egnor him, but ask him anyway, "You want to know of Mother Red and her wyrms are?? The entrance she takes is in back of waterfall. But there is a smaller one in back of bolder. I'll show you the smaller entrance. I don't know how many Wyrms? I don't know and will not find out. Mother catches lots of food, so more than one. Come this way.
She zigg here and zagg that way, then comes to a bear cave. "Not here but a path of bolders, almost like big steps, (she noses Gectkar knees(about 18" to 20"hight)) next to bear cave that best way into that cave. Now can I go to my den?"
Elder(ceil) Thursday June 24th, 2004 5:19:30 PM
Elder eat away at the yellow pine cone, he churp happely, "Chump! Chump! chew chew Yumm! good food, I call this pine apple." The he spot Managram... "what that??"
Brahmah Thursday June 24th, 2004 5:31:02 PM
He continues on, following the animals that are leading.
Leets Friday June 25th, 2004 4:17:07 AM
As he goes on, Leets smiles at Kale:
"Let no threat shadow our faith Kale my friend! For Domi's hand is upon us! Already he sent us reinforcement for the battle to come, for sure his holy presence will be by our side when the time comes for the battle!"
Flat-top d20+5=19 Friday June 25th, 2004 6:29:35 AM
Flat-top follows the other with that She Wolf at the head of the line. As the wolf comes to a stop at the bear cave, tells that there are no bears in there, then look to another path behind bushes. Flat-top look behind the bushes, then at the ledge path. It goes up another 25 feet into a watter fall. Oh! Great the Liontaurs and the Weimics won't enter. So he listen at the entrance of the bear cave.(listens 19)He hears faint noises. "I hear something in there and it's not bears noise."
Adm Ceil Friday June 25th, 2004 10:12:44 AM
Oh Now we are relaxing much too much, I'll have to give you a few suprises, now that you found a Side entrance and not the big entrance that Mama enters.
Brahmah as always plans ahead.
Gecthar and Toros Follow up the read, watching this weasel chattering away at Kanchana and eat like a horse.
Vasch Goes ahead of the party, but when he see the path whitch is a little more than two trees about 2 feet apart from each other, with over grown grass. It leads to a water fall and if he look real hard, he can almost see an out line of a Cave (a big Cave). But it seen to him that they would have to go throught all that water, and this is not his time of the month to take a shower. So he'll go back to Brahmah to report what he has seen.
Leets has to explain to Managram, that the amimal in her arms (and sometime in her pouch) is a weasel.
Zeoll stops in the middle of all these Taurs and listen to what the She Wolfs has to say, also what Vasch has to say about the waterfall. (You see he's not too found of water either. Not when it's pounding down on his head and body.)
Kanchana is very impress with this little baby weasle, hates to tell him that his family was just went up in flames. She put the pup in that pouch with a supply of yellow pine cones, leaving the top open enough to pop his head out. She ask a few pointed questions to Brahmah, thenwaits for an answer.
Kale and Flat-top snoops around the cave, it seems as if the cave has no track leading into it, they stick thier heads into the opening. Nothing, not even a sent of any bears (Well not for a while,)But they think they heard something. Kale: "Do you hear that?" Flat-top: "Yes, sound like sqabbling or something alive?"
Well now! You have a little information (from the goodness of my Black Heart) Are you going to run?? Or go throught the water fall and get all wet?? Or further explore the bear Cave??
Well then I'll see if the Real DM Jim has made a map yet??
OOC: I have a little problem, I will have maybe three missing players next week, Torros(Cleric/Bard) is a spotter poster, Have not heard of Gilles(Cleric/Fighter) since the 15 of June and I don't have his charector in my files. Eunice is going on a vacation all of next week Jay will fill in for her, so we're some what ok on healing. And your about to go into a fight?? You guys better hope I get some lousy roles.
Kale Friday June 25th, 2004 10:33:11 AM
muttering to himself about upbeat people, Kale says to Leets sarcasticly "I know. That weasel and wolf look like killers. They should be able to take out at least two of the dragons by themselves." then, once they get to the cave, Kale pulls out a potion and says "Im ready to do some real scouting. Just say the word and im in there."
Zeoll (AC15, HP36) d20+6=21 Friday June 25th, 2004 2:15:02 PM
Zeoll asks the wolf to stay here and guard the exit.
Then the liontaur druid/bard proposes a course of action. "Firrst, let's take a few minutes to check out the rrest of this cave. We don't want any surrpises frrom behind!" [Spot check 21 to check out the rest of the cave.]
"Then I'll cast Message so we can keep in touch with Kale as he scouts. If the waterrfall looks safe enough, then perrhaps good Kale herre can sneakily climb up it. If it is clearr at the top, he can securre and lowerr a knotted rrope so the rrest of us can climb up. I'll be rready with Featherr Fall if anyone falls."
"When we arre all up on the top, then I'll cast Detect Snarres and Pits. It also detects unsafe rrocks. We'll move forrward, with my spell and Kale's keen eyes to show the way."
"How does that sound?"
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits, Cure Minor Wounds x4.
Bard slots: 1 1-level spell, 3 0-level spells.
She Wolf(ceil) d100=32 Friday June 25th, 2004 3:55:58 PM
The She Wolf looks into Zeoll eyes,"Good chance I don't have any cubs right now, But I'll stay until i think danger is coming." She sit at the entrance of the bear cave and watch Kale going in.
Brahmah Friday June 25th, 2004 4:56:42 PM
"We should send in a scout, invisible maybe, and get a layout. Kale, you be point scout in the cave? That okay? Someone could back you if you'd like?"
"Sounds okay to me Zeoll." Answering the taurs qestion.
Toros Saturday June 26th, 2004 3:24:39 AM
OOC: I will do my best to keep up with the posts and Toros will play his role where and when he is needed.
Soon Dearest, Soon! Adm Ceil
Kanchana Saturday June 26th, 2004 2:27:39 PM
Kanchana will brave the waterfall entrance if the Chosen agree to travel that way. She waits for Brahmah or one of the others to inform her of any tasks she can assist with.
((OOC: This is my last post before going on vacation. I hope that someone will sub for me while I am gone. Keep Kanchana among the living please. ;) Also if there is any chance of collecting any loot she will take only gems that an appraise check says give good return (i.e. are worth alot) and small magical items like wands and magical, light weight sellables. Kanchana will of course do her best to keep everyone healed and alive, and the stay unhurt herself. Anyone who subs for me I am very greatful to. I will return on the 5th of july.))
Gecktar... he comes back ! Monday June 28th, 2004 4:03:22 AM
OOC : RL catch me with a sneak attack as my job takes me much of my time. I think I can now catch the game... Thanks for your patience
Gecktar follow the conversation between the Chosen. As a new member of the group he doesn't feel right to interfere in the discussion. But all seems to be OK now.
Now they are approching from the cave, he is subject of a strange feeling. Half terror because the last encounter with a dragon was not really a great succes, half enthousiasm because he represent Domi in the group being a cleric of Him and his task is to support his friends mentally and physically and make them trust in the Glory of Domi. Until now he has now well served Domi... But this has to change.
Knowing they will have a hard fight he prepare some appropriated spells.
0th : Create Water, Detect Magic, Light, Purify Food and Drink 1st : Divine Favor, Magic Weapon, Remove Fear, Shiled of Faith 2nd : Bull's Strength, Summon Monster, Resist Energy
Before coming too close from the cave he exposes his strategy to Brahmah.
"Captain, if your right with it, I will act as fsupport for our team. I have some pretty good spells but I must know before who must beneficiated from them."
"One spell is to make a weapon magic for few minuts. It must be cast on a non magical one. Who is candidate ? I was thinking about Leets"
"Another can grant more strength, but from what I know it is not cumulative with any magical item already boosting the strength. I was thinking to Flat-Top for this spell."
"The last one I can cast on someone will give more luck and ability to hit and do damage. I was thinking of you for this spell. The only drawback is that it is very short spell, only few round."
"I will keep protective spells for myself because I must be able to heal anyone on the battlefield so the fighters will have best chances."
"What do you think about that ? Do you think it is a good strategy ?"
OOC : Every Chosen can give his feeling about that Gecktar will hear every comment.
Flat-top Monday June 28th, 2004 6:18:27 AM
Flat-top tell Brahmah,"I'll protect Kale's back as he scouts." Then follow Kale into the bear's cave.
The return of the Scouts: Adm Ceil Monday June 28th, 2004 6:53:38 AM
As the others wait out side the Bear cave for about half an hour, the Kale and Flat-top returns.
Kale make his way to Brahmah;s side, and makes his report; "the bear cave only thirty feet long, it is tall enough for everybody to get to an opening in the back wall, but the opening is only wide enough for a minotaure to squeeze through, the liontaurs, the weimic and the centaurs will not be able to squeeze through, not even Flat-top could do it.
This is what I saw, the cavern it self is a hundred feet across and about ninety feet down to the opening in the south wall, it is also over a hundred feet high. The opening in the south wall is about fifteen feet wide and twenty feet high, so it look like she has to land, then close her wings before entering.
In this cave are seven pillars, they are about ten feet across. I like this as a hiding place, they laso reach to the ceoling of the cave. The floor of the cave, look to me like it is naturally rough, but I don't think it will hinder us. There is a carcassin the middle of the cave and four wyrmlings around it, fighting, pulling meat apart and trying to bit each other.
I also notice that her bed in not in the cavern room, but a few coins on the floor. I look to the back wall (north) there's a large hole in that wall. that is about fifty ot sixty feet in Diameter, BUT it is fifty feet off the floor of the cave.
That's my report. Flat-top what that smell? did you step in someting??"
Well now we have the report, and it look like you have to get wet after all...
Your turn, make your plans well or I'm the one who is going to have all the fun.
Vasch Monday June 28th, 2004 3:25:50 PM Not laid out well for an ambush... He thinks.
"Do you think anything in the whole has the ability to see the entire cavern? If they can see us coming..." He says as a question to Kale and Flat-top.
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 75) Monday June 28th, 2004 5:52:35 PM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar)
On the approach to the entrance, Brahmah draws his weapons and tightens his buckler.
"Gecktar, it might be a good idea for you to use those spells on yourself. You may not be lucky enough to be near your intended recipient. But staying with Leets is a good idea, he's your partner."
"I have a feeling that planning won't help in this assault, because the cave sounds like it can handle a few flying wyrmlings. Once we get in, it will only be a few seconds before we're seen, then all hell will break loose.
I think it will be best to enter the South wall. Any suggestions, arguments or other plans, I'll hear them now." He looks at Kanchana then at Vasch.
"Kale and Vasch, if you have no problems with it, you can be combat partners. I'll stay with Kanchana. Gecktar and Leets again. Flat-top, Toros and Zeoll."
"Kanchana, you should use that wand of fire protection on us now." He grins stupidly.
Kanchana[Sub Jay B], (AC 19, hps 44) Monday June 28th, 2004 6:09:44 PM
ACTIVE SPELLS: pass without trace, 4 hours, on Brahmah, Vasch, Toros, Zeoll, Kale, and herself.
The she-wemic simply can't believe that she's actually going into that cave. Those poor children! She thinks to herself, but at this point, there's no stopping the turn of events. She remains very silent in the time it take to prepare.
She retrieves the Wand of Fire Protection from her bag and taps everyone. (OOC:Eunice doesn't have the wand on her she, so I'm not sure which spell it is, Resist Energy or Protection from Energy Fire!!) Each Chosen is tapped with the Fire Protection wand.
Kanchana then readies her bow before entering. She looks at Brahmah and the others, feeling like she may not return after climbing into this dank cave.
LVL 0: Create Water** Read Magic Detect Magic Flare LVL 1: Detect Snares and Pits Pass without Trace** (used these) LVL 2: Soften Earth and Stone** Summon Swarm
Zeoll (AC15, HP36) (Pass w/o Trace, Fire Resist) Monday June 28th, 2004 6:48:56 PM
"Maybe Kale should enterr frrom the secrret path for a surrprrise?"
Zeoll casts his Detect Snares and Pits as the group enters the main way. He scans for any traps or unsafe passages.
He thanks the She-Wolf for her help -- too bad she will not enter!
He tries to be ready for the fight ahead.
Toros Monday June 28th, 2004 10:21:42 PM
Toros consults to the scouts: "Is it that narrow inside!!?? How far liontaurs can move inside without getting stuck. Where should we stand for best position.? Also, can we make use of the time that Red closes her wings so that she can never open them again, or at least for some time."
"This also gives me an idea. I also remember that Leets has once suggested to use Managram's teleport ability to give no harm to the wyrmlings. Do we still think to do that. Besides, can Managram teleport the mother for instance in a place too small for her so that she cannot move out from that place, even die there? Ah, well perhaps someone should watch the coming of the mother or any unexpected visitors?"
OOC: From out encounter with the orcs and ogres, finally does any of them manage to escape?
Flat-top Tuesday June 29th, 2004 5:34:06 AM
Flat-top who is still trying to get that stuff off his hind hoof. Tells Toros, "My Weimic friend, that Red fired them, I mean she really set fire to the whole camp site, there's nothing left but scorch earth there now. She's evil and those Little hatchling are the same evil. I have to wash this stuff off I want to go into the south entrance."
Kale Tuesday June 29th, 2004 10:27:44 AM
"I can do that." Kale says to Zeoll "What do you think about that?" Kale asks Brahmah.
Brahmah Tuesday June 29th, 2004 10:32:43 AM
Brahmah tells Kale to be careful.
Adm Ceil Tuesday June 29th, 2004 10:59:02 AM
My dear play mates, I count only six post (One of the players are pulling double post. We are comming to the end of this story line, that is why I'm to give you one more chance...
So here goes.
Brahmah think of what Kale has said about the cave, also know that he is very good at what he does. He chooses to go by the south entrance.
Brahmah head for the bushes, there is bolders there. They are place almost like steping stones. He leads you down and around the south side of the mountain.
There is a water fall, not very wide only about twenty feet wide and fourty-five feet high. The water is comming from a snow cap on the mountain high uo the top. The water really looks cold.
If you look closely you can see an out line of a opening behind the waterfall. Brahmah goes through, followed by Kale, Vasch, Gectar, Leets, Flat-top, Toros, Zeoll and last Kanchana.
As you line the wall of this tunnel(East and West walls)this is what you see...
An opening into a carven, direcly in the center are the four Wyrms eating a carcus(you cannot identify the victem), there is also two large pillars one on each side of the opening, in fact if your careful you could hide behind one without being seen. The Pillars are scattered in the cave. The wyrms are fighting with each other, playing toug-of-war with their food, Sqacking and scratching. Making a whole lot of noise.(Bad Manners)
They are very into each other and their food to notice anything or anybody else.
Now make your plans while the food last and their attention is on them selves.
Gecktar Tuesday June 29th, 2004 11:51:30 AM
Gecktar stay close to LeetspPreparing to cast spells when time goes hard. He moves as silently as he can and hides behind the pillar. His hammer in his hand seems to be weighting at least 1000lbs. Some sweat appears on his front head. Adrenaline comes into his blood.
Now he is ready to fight.
Active spells : Pass w/o trace Resist Fire
Vasch - AC 22, 32 of 32 hp d20+11=30 d20+6=7 d20+9=19 Tuesday June 29th, 2004 12:29:31 PM
As the Chosen enter the cavern Vasch drinks a couple of potions to prepare himself for the upcoming battle. His bow gripped tightly in his left hand.
In a soft whisper to Kale, "I'm moving on you."
Tomi may your strength guide my arm and courage see me through.
Active Spells 1. Protection from Evil (9 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (10 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (30 minutes)
[Move Silently DC30, Hide DC7, Spot DC19]
DM Jim speaks. Tuesday June 29th, 2004 2:56:42 PM
[Note: The wand casts Resist Energy Fire as a 2nd level caster. So you can apply the magic as needed.]
See you in a couple more days my faithful players. ADM Ceil, keep up the good work and give them a fun time.
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 75) Tuesday June 29th, 2004 7:13:07 PM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes)
Making a waving motion, suggesting to move right, around the pillars, give them the suprise advantage they need. His nerves are on edge.
He moves right, passing behind the pillars, which hopefully keep the Chosen out of site for the moment. He draws his falchion and kukri as they move on.
Kanchana[Sub Jay B], (AC 19, hps 44) d20+8=9 Tuesday June 29th, 2004 7:24:06 PM ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace, (4 hours, on Brahmah, Vasch, Toros, Zeoll, Kale, and herself), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Detect Snares and Pits (4 minutes)
She taps on Brahmah's shoulder before he heads off, she casts (standard action) Detect Snares and Pits and scans the room for upto 60 feet around the Chosen. (Concentration 9) Nervous and on edge, the wemic can't quite feel if there are any traps. She shrugs.
Anticipating casualities, she retrieves(move action) he Cure Serious Wound Wand. She shakes her head, drying off the water from the waterfall.
Zeoll (AC15, HP36) (Pass w/o Trace, Fire Resist) Tuesday June 29th, 2004 11:22:45 PM
Zeoll moves as Brahmah signals, to the right near the pillars. Using a pillar for cover, Zeoll casts Hideous Laughter on a dragon club. The Will DC is 11. If it fails, it can do nothing but laugh for 4 rounds. (Since Zeoll uses his metamagic rod of extend to make it last longer.)
With luck, they won't know what is going on at first.
Toros, pass without trace and resist energy fire Wednesday June 30th, 2004 12:24:37 AM
Toros will also cast "lullaby" to ease the Chosen's movement without being seen on the baby dragons.
He will silently move to his place to launch his attack. He is thinking now nothing but the safety of himself and his friends.
Gecktar Wednesday June 30th, 2004 3:39:21 AM
As he ready himself for the fight, Gecktar call for some protection from Domi and a shimmering force begin to surround him (Cast shield of faith).
Active spells Pass w/o Trace Resist Fire (10hp assuming the wand cast the spell at 3rd level) 20 min Shield of Faith (3 min)
(OOC: Leets ? are you here ? Do you want any of the spell I have to be cast on you ?)
Flat-top Wednesday June 30th, 2004 7:40:35 AM
Flat-top readies himself to move in the cavern, "OK as softly as we can, we'll move west to pillar(K-a/u-d), then make our way to pillar (H-a/H-d), is that alright with you two?? Toros?? Leets??. Alright then let's go. Flat-top leads himself and his two companion into the cavern.
Kale(AC 19, 44 of 54 hps) Wednesday June 30th, 2004 11:24:02 AM
active spells - resist fire, pass without a trace
nods to Vasch and says "Lets go left. Hopefully they havnt noticed us yet with all the spells going off." then Kale moves to the left as far as he can.
Kale(AC 19, 44 of 54 hps) Wednesday June 30th, 2004 11:24:03 AM
active spells - resist fire, pass without a trace
nods to Vasch and says "Lets go left. Hopefully they havnt noticed us yet with all the spells going off." then Kale moves to the left as far as he can.
Adm Ceil Wednesday June 30th, 2004 11:51:54 AM
Well we are all in the in side of the cave, The little darlings are still too intrested in who is eating what? And how much of it is going into his mouth? one breathes fire at his sister, She ducks the fire misses her. the other two are playing tough of war with their food again. They all failed to notice you, their too intrested in them selves to see or head or smell anything or anybody else.
Now you have the oppertunity to suprise them, there sitting looking so frail. Go! Suprise them! They are only Babies??
It's Your Play...
OOC: This is my last post. Tomorow DM Jim will be back. So tell him exactly where you are on the map. Welcome back DM Jim. And make room for Flat-top.
Vasch (OOC) Wednesday June 30th, 2004 12:17:47 PM
What map are we talking about?
Vasch - AC22, 32 of 32 hp d20+11=19 d20+6=19 Wednesday June 30th, 2004 1:02:00 PM
Vasch nodds to Kale and moves left as he moves he notches his bow, readying to fire. He moves quietly using the pillars to mask his approach.
[Move silently DC19, Hide DC19]
Active Spells 1. Protection from Evil (8 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (9 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (19 minutes)
Flat-top(AC22 - 85/85hp) d20+3=23 d20+4=18 Wednesday June 30th, 2004 5:35:51 PM
Flat-top peeks around the pillar to see that the wyrm(at La-Nd)is is in a tug of war with chunck of meat against his sister (south of him). Flat-top goes into his bag, taking out the glass glob out, holding it in his hand. "He wispers to his two buddies "Alright here I go"
Takes off as fast as he can (20 feet), take a leap and grapples him.
Now if the wyrm opens his mouth to bite Flat-top? Flat-top will shove that glass globe down his trouth so he cannot spit fire at him. Flat-top who is holdin on with all his might, because this little darling is about to buck like a colt.
OOC: Flat-tops Dex check AC 23 - Str 18 (to hold on to him)
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 75) d20+13=28 2d8(8+2)+12=22 Wednesday June 30th, 2004 7:45:39 PM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes)
Brahmah has far along the west wall(Nd/Wa), behind the pillar on the west wall. Calmly waiting for the right time, until Flat-top attacks the baby!
"Damn't Flat-top!"
Brahmah exits from his hiding place and partial charges the dragon in Na/Od. Horns down, he hits the baby hard (AC 28 for 22 horn damage.) Then realizing that Flat-top DIDN'T hit the baby, just grabbed it, Brahmah swears loudly, "*@!%, sorry baby. Oh man!!"
Kanchana[Sub Jay B], (AC 19, hps 44) Wednesday June 30th, 2004 8:08:51 PM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace, (4 hours, on Brahmah, Vasch, Toros, Zeoll, Kale, and herself), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Detect Snares and Pits (4 minutes)
The lioness frowns openly at Brahmah's apparent brutality. 'I'll talk to him if he survives this!!' She shakes he head vigorously to retain focus. Kanchana, standing inbetween the pillars (Na/Sd), casts Flare(10 foot burst, DC 14 Fort save or be dazzled for 1 minute) targeting the food, seeing as how the babies are currently intent on the corpse and the lullaby from Toros might have some effect on the feasting fire breathers. Brahmah and Flat-top might have to make saves too, but thats for Jim or Ceil to decide. :)
Kanchana[Sub Jay B] OOPPSS Wednesday June 30th, 2004 8:12:17 PM
(OOC: She should be standing inbetween the pillars (Sa/Nd), just in front of the entrance.)
Zeoll (AC15, HP36) (Pass w/o Trace, Fire Resist) Wednesday June 30th, 2004 8:33:00 PM
[OOC: Um, Ceil dear, didn't Zeoll cast his Hideous Laughter spell last round?]
If Zeoll has not done so, he casts his Hideous Laughter spell -- Will DC11 of laughing for 4 rounds..
If he did that already, he'll use his bardic song to give everybody a +1 to hit and damage.
Vasch [Richard] Wednesday June 30th, 2004 10:17:07 PM
OOC: There is talk of a map. I didn't receive it so I'm kind of lost as to where everything and everyone is.
Reply: Sweet Heart, the map is at http://jade_dragon_1974.tripod.com then you go to the name Jim webber and voila! the map.
Jim Responds. Wednesday June 30th, 2004 10:56:44 PM
Sorry all. I will have the map up shortly. It will be at my usual site, which I don't have the address for at the moment.
I did not get it up soon enough. :(
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OOC: That's the address I got mine at. Ceil
Toros HP (41/41) AC (22), pass without trace, and resist fire Thursday July 1st, 2004 1:48:47 AM
Following Flat-Top Toros will be on J-o, behind the pillar. He will cast "command" on one of the babies that Flat-top is not holding, if he succeeds he will order it to "die". Then he will draw his weapon to attack or defend for the next round.
Toros Thursday July 1st, 2004 1:52:22 AM
To be more specific, the target of his spell also will be the one which is not effected from any other spells like the "flare" of Kanchana or "Hideous Laughter" of Zeoll.
Kale(AC 19, 44 of 54 hps) d20+6=15 d8+2=6 Thursday July 1st, 2004 10:36:20 AM
active spells - resist fire, pass without a trace
after seeing everyone move in to attack before he's in position, Kale just shrugs and shoots the nearest dragon with his bow(not the one flat-top is grappling with, hits AC 15 for 6 pts)
Vasch - AC 22, 32 of 32 hp d20+7=25 2d6(6+3)+2=11 d6=2 Thursday July 1st, 2004 12:41:30 PM
Vasch sees things unfolding and decides to make his move. He moves to P-h and fires at the wyrmling at N-m.
[AC 25, damage 11 (if the wyrmling is flat-footed, damage 13)]
Active Spells 1. Protection from Evil (7 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (8 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (19 minutes) 4. Inspired (? rounds)
Wyrmling Eviction
Wyrmling Eviction. (DM Jim) d20+7=23 d20+7=11 d20+7=27 d20+7=26 d20+5=7 d20+5=15 d20+5=13 d20+6=11 d20+6=18 Thursday July 1st, 2004 6:09:18 PM
Brahmah charges out after Flat-top has pulled off his own attack of sorts on a wyrmling. He gores it with his horns only to find to his dismay that Flat-top had not attacked the baby after all.
Flat-top charges a wyrmling from his position and finds that he can easily get the orb into it's mouth and even a good ways in. He grabs on with his other hand to anything he can to keep a grip on the little blitter.
Gecktar waits to see where he is going to be needed most in the upcoming fight and fight he knows it will be. His shield of faith sparkles faintly around him as he waits to see if Leets wants any of his spells before he moves in.
Leets for some reason holds his ground as if judging and gauging his opponents for a few minutes. It is as if he is studying for a better battle plan and see where he will be needed as well.
Kanchana mutters under her breathe to have a talk with Brahmah later and then calls upon one of her spells as well. She hits the carcass with a flare spell, trying to catch all four wyrmlings with it.
Zoell had cast his hideous laughter spell the last time he had a chance on one of the closest wyrmlings to him. He starts up a rousing song to inspire his friends in their battle to get rid of the wyrmlings, one way or the other.
Kale shrugs as most of The Chosen move into attack the wyrmlings and he fires an arrow at the nearest one himself. His arrow glances off the wyrmling's hide with no effect.
Vasch moves to a better position and then fires off an arrow of his own at a wyrmling. His arrow finds a soft spot in the wyrmling's hide and it buries into the things armor.
Toros casts his command spell on the closest wyrmling that Flat-top is not engaged with. Though his command seems odd, for the wyrmling to die, he figures that it will fall into a sleep of somekind if it works.
Wyrmling1 is able to shake off the magic that is thrown it's direction and it turns to survey the situation as the Chosen have moved in to attack them. He takes to wing as soon as he recognizes the threat and bleets a few times at his siblings. More magic washes over the little guy and he is still able to shake it off as he does not want to die or go to sleep.
Wyrmling2 is struck by an arrow that bounces off it's hide but another one follow it that embeds itself and the little dragon lets out a loud mewl of pain. Then the flare goes off and it finds itself staring off at nothing.
Wyrmling3 has an orb rammed down it's throat that does not make it too happy. Thrusting it's little wings out it tosses Flat-top back about ten feet, but finds itself trying to cough up an orb. Brahmah hits it just a little before the wings are thrust and barely avoids them himself, but slams home with a pair of horns.
Wyrmling4 could not shake off Zoell's spell from earlier and finds itself making what would be the equavilant of dragon laughing sounds, though the sound more like calls for help.
[OOC: It is good to be back. I commend Ceil on the way she ran the module while I was gone. She did an excellent job with what I gave her and improvised on what I did not.]
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Zeoll (AC15, HP36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) d20+6=9 Thursday July 1st, 2004 7:46:14 PM
Zeoll charges the laughing dragon. per the spell, it is prone, so Zeoll gets a +4 to hit. However, he is trying to do non-lethal damage, so he takes a -4 to hit. The inspired charge grants a +3 total to hit and damage. Zeoll's roll of 9 is not enough to hit. Darn. He continues the bard song, however, as he fights.
Oh Domi, bless us in ourr noble fight! Forr with our victorry we hope and strrive To put ourr childrren farr frrom dangerr's blight. So help to keep us brrave and to surrvive!
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4.
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 75) d20+10=16 d20+11=26 d20+5=13 d20+6=18 2d4(4+4)+7=15 d6+5=8 2d4(2+4)+7=13 d6+5=6 Thursday July 1st, 2004 11:49:26 PM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes)
"Forget the pacifist crud! These birds are being removed, for good! Just innocent babies, my furry, tail-less rear-end!" The minotaur sends a flurry of attacks at the baby red. The dervish windmills his blows. (With Inspire Courage... AC 17, 27, 14 and 19, for 16, 9, 14 and 7 damage.)
Kanchana[Sub Jay B], (AC 19, hps 44) Friday July 2nd, 2004 12:20:22 AM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace, (4 hours, on Brahmah, Vasch, Toros, Zeoll, Kale, and herself), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Detect Snares and Pits (4 minutes)
Kanchana casts Summon Swarm of bats, targeting Oa/Md, between the two red babies. ******************************** LVL 0: Create Water** Read Magic Detect Magic Flare (used these) LVL 1: Detect Snares and Pits (used these) Pass without Trace** (used these) LVL 2: Soften Earth and Stone** Summon Swarm
Toros (HP 45/45, AC 22-rage?) + pass without trace, resist fire d20=20 d20=14 2d8(6+3)=9 Friday July 2nd, 2004 1:55:22 AM
Inspired and raged Toros will charge with his glaive to the RED 1, which is still trying to recover from the spell attacks. Benefiting from the reach of his weapon Toros will still stay away from the baby, although he succeeds in launching a heavy attack on her.
(damage (9 +3 +2 +5)=19, 19*3, if critical, 57hp damage)
Flat-top (ac22 - 86/85 - Pass with trace - Resist fire) Friday July 2nd, 2004 3:54:37 AM
Flat-top got the glass blobe down his gollet, but the little bugger threw him as if Flat-top was just so much dust. he get on his hooves, he tells Brahmah "Yes! I agree! now lets start with that one." he point to the one that just threw him off his back.
OOC: In the next round Flat-top will attack (If the bugger is not dead yet.
Kale(AC 19, 44 of 54 hps) d20+7=24 d8+3=9 Friday July 2nd, 2004 9:23:38 AM
active spells - resist fire, pass without a trace
liking his positon for the moment, Kale stays where he is and shoots another arrow at the dragon in square Pm(hits AC 24 for pts of damage)
Vasch - AC 22, 32 of 32 hp d20+6=19 d20+6=25 2d6(2+3)+2=7 2d6(1+2)+2=5 Friday July 2nd, 2004 11:11:46 AM
Seeing his arrow strike the mark, Vasch lets 2 more go towards the wyrmling.
[AC19, damage 7; AC 25, damage 5]
Active Spells 1. Protection from Evil (6 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (7 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (19 minutes) 4. Inspired (? rounds)
Vasch (addendum) Friday July 2nd, 2004 11:12:33 AM
Wyrmling at N-m.
Wyrmling Eviction, part 2. (DM Jim) d20+10=24 2d10(2+1)=3 d20+13=26 d8+3=6 d20+10=23 2d10(3+3)=6 d6=3 Friday July 2nd, 2004 7:07:30 PM
Brahmah decides that it is time to put a more permanent end to the dragons and unleashes a flurry of attacks on the baby dragon he had gored earlier. His falchion strikes the first time, followed by his kukri, but his next swing with his falchion is off and he stumbles just a little, still his last kukri strike is effective and he regains his balance quickly.
Flat-top is amazed by the little dragon's strength and picks himself up off the floor. Still he got the globe into the things mouth and that is something.
Gecktar made no post.
Leets made no post.
Kanchana's eyes nearly go wild with uncontrolled anger as the newest attacks are unleashed on the babies. This was not the way she had wanted it to go, but she sighs as she knew it was inevitable. She summons up a swarm of bats to distract the little dragons.
Zoell charges the laughing dragon but finds his aim a little off as he misses soundly. He maintains his song though and hopes for better luck next time around.
Kale fires off another arrow at a dragon and finds himself to have better luck this time as the arrow embeds itself into the thick hide. He readies another arrow as he gives himself a pat on the back.
Vasch pulls back on his own bow and let another arrow fly to shortly be followed by a second. He prays to Domi that they will strike and his prays are heard. The first arrow strikes true as does the second one, but the dragon continues to stay on its feet.
Toros readies his glaive and lowers it as he takes aim at a dragon. He charges forward and attemps to hit the dragon but finds that it is now in the air, well out of his reach.
Wyrmling1 takes off a short distance and then turns on Toros, who had charged him. His little mouth opens and a jet of flame shoots out to wash over him(hit: 24, damage: 3).
Wyrmling2 bleets as he comes to his senses and charges towards Kale. At the last minute the little wyrmling bites down on Kale with pointy sharp teeth(hit: 26, damage: 6).
Wyrmling3 finds itself assaulted mightily by Brahmah and it bleets in pain and anger. It appears to hiss at Brahmah but what comes out is a glass orb, followed by a jet of flame(hit: 23, damage: 6 from fire and 3 from orb).
Wyrmling4 continues to laugh or at least that is what it appears to be doing, maybe it has the hiccups instead.
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Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 72/75) d20+11=14 d20+12=22 d20+6=19 d20+7=17 2d4(4+1)+8=13 2d4(2+4)+8=14 d6+5=8 d6+5=9 Friday July 2nd, 2004 10:52:30 PM ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes)
Brahmah is pelted by the orb, but the resistance sucks up the fire damage affectively. At this point, the ranger isn't detoured or even disheartened by the dragons assault, infact, he's suprised it wasn't worse.
The warrior continues his whirlwind of mighty blows on the same baby dragon. (Inspired... AC 14, 22, 19 and 17 for 13, 8, 14 and 9 damage.) His first attack goes wide, but his other blows seem strong.
Kanchana[Sub Jay B], (AC 19, hps 44) d12=10 Friday July 2nd, 2004 11:36:08 PM ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace, (4 hours, on Brahmah, Vasch, Toros, Zeoll, Kale, and herself), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Detect Snares and Pits (4 minutes), Summon Swarm (bats, 1 round + concentration)
Kanchana tries to focus on the swarm, hoping that it doesn't go Toros' direction, not knowing its future direction. (Closest living target first, then random target after going clockwise, roll d12, rolled a 10)
Seeing that Kale is having to deal with a dragon by himself, she moves behind the pillar(pulling her scimitar just in case) and stops at U/j, just behind Kale. She now has a cure serious wand in one hand and her scimitar in the other, hoping she doesn't need it. 'Only defense, only defense, don't make yourself a hypocrite K.' She tells herself. --------------------- LVL 0: Create Water** Read Magic Detect Magic Flare (used these) LVL 1: Detect Snares and Pits (used these) Pass without Trace** (used these) LVL 2: Soften Earth and Stone** Summon Swarm (used these)
Flat-top (AC22 - 85/85 hp) d20+18=38 d20+14=33 d20+12=13 d8+10=14 d8+10=12 Saturday July 3rd, 2004 6:22:28 PM
Active spellS: Pass with out trace and Resist Fire.
Flat-top get off the floor dust himself off and charge the Wyrmling#3, "Oh! You did not like the Food I gave you, Well taste my Morning Star instead". Charges the little dragon, hitting twice First hit ac38 critical, ac33 another critical, second swing ac13 miss. Damages 14+12=26hp (Does this cover the two critical in one hit??)
If the #3 Wyrmling is not dead, Then he'll attack this one again, or if dead then Flat-top will go to any wyrlimling that has not taken flight.
Kanchana ((Eunice OOC)) Sunday July 4th, 2004 7:55:49 PM
((Thank you very much for playing Kanchana for me while I was gone Jay. I appreciate it greatly. I am very sorry about missing the e-mail requesting K's CS you sent on the 26th of June, but I had already left home by the time it was sent. I liked the way you RPed my conscientious Druid in my absence.))
Brahmah (Jay B) Monday July 5th, 2004 12:22:43 AM
(OOC: No problem Eunice.)
Zeoll (AC15, HP36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) d20+8=18 d20+2=10 d20+2=17 3d6(1+6+6)+3=16 d4+1=2 Monday July 5th, 2004 1:16:36 AM
Zeoll rears up over the prone dragon lying before him. He sees the massive damage inflicted by Brahmah, so he decides not to pull his punches this round.
As he sings to inspire his friends, he plunges his sword down as he rakes with both front paws. His sword hits AC18, and one paw hits AC17 -- the sword for 16, and the paw for 2 damage.
Zeoll thinks that the laughing dragon should stay down this round -- this will be its fourth round of laughter. Zeoll will get one more set of attacks on the prone creature, and then the spell will end.
The liontaur sings as he fights, encouraging Leets and Gektar to join in ...
Come now, you noble Chosen, one and all! Togetherr victorry is ourr delight! Aparrt, alone, and dazed, mayhap we'll fall So honorr Domi! Brravely all must fight!
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4.
Leets d20+6=20 d20+10=28 d20+2=17 d20+4=15 Monday July 5th, 2004 3:27:06 AM
OOC: Sorry all. I was out of town last week, but I was supposed to have access to the web. It happened that the person I was visiting had troubles with his computer, so I couldn't play at all for the whole week! Really sorry!
"Ok! Here we go!"
"Gecktar, I will gladly receive the power of Domi through my weapons if it turns bad, but for now I will try something else! Help me!"
Leets points wyrmling #4, and shows the piece of rope he's holding.
"Let's try to reverse this one on his back, maybe we'll not need to kill it!"
Then Leets will try to take as much speed to hit the wyrmling with full strength when arriving to it (melee 20 or 28 if it's a charge, 17 as a strength check)
If it works, Leets will try to tie the legs of the beast together (profession: herdsman 15).
Gecktar AC 22 hp 40/40 d20+3=21 d20+3=18 d20-2=10 d4=2 d4=3 d4=2 Monday July 5th, 2004 5:03:41 AM
Gecktar immediatly understand what Leets wants to do. But for now the wyrmling doesn't seems a threat. Watching the scene he sees that Toros is alone and has to fight against one wyrmling. Kanchana and Vash are not far from Kale and could land a hand if needed. Leets, Zeol Brahmah and Flat-Top are sufficiently close to help each other.
So the only one really needing help is Toros... Geckatr chant a prayer to Domi that evokes a creature that will fight for them.
Cast Summon Monster II (Celestial Eagle) to fight W1. The eagle immediatly begin to attak with both of his talons and his bite (hit AC 21, 18 and 10 damage 2, 3, 2)
Gecktar will then move to Qm staying out of reach of the wyrmlings.
Active Spells : Shield of Faith (2 min 9 rd) Resist Fire (10hp) Pass without Trace Summon monster (2rd)
Kale(AC 19, 38 of 54 hps) d20+9=12 Monday July 5th, 2004 6:52:44 AM
the sight of the dragon charging him unnerves Kale a bit, and it shows when he strikes back at the dragon(hit AC 12) Kale then takes a 5 foot step to his left and hopes that someone will come help him soon.
Vasch - AC 22, 32 of 32 hp d20+6=17 d20+8=22 2d6(3+4)+3=10 d6=1 Monday July 5th, 2004 12:21:39 PM
Vasch sees the wyrmling charge Kale. Vasch tumbles into a flanking position, drawing his sword as he moves, opposite Kale taking a swing at the dragon.
[Tumble DC17; AC22, damage 11]
Active Spells 1. Protection from Evil (5 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (6 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (19 minutes) 4. Inspired (? rounds)
Toros d20=11 2d8(5+2)+10=17 Monday July 5th, 2004 4:54:21 PM
Toros is too late to catch W1 with his glaive. It is already on the air away from its reach.
He is still confused whether they should kill the babies or just try to deal with them without giving harm to them. He is also grateful to the damage reduction that the magic provides him.
Toros then will concentrate on the ones on the ground, charging the one that attacks Kale.
(11+ 10, 21 attack) (damage 17)
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Brahmah unleashes another flurry of attacks, not really bothered by the little ones attacks at all. His falchion misses its mark the first time but finds and bites flesh the next. His kukri works in unison with his other blade, finding openings in the little wyrmlings defenses.
Flat-top move back in bringing his morningstar to play on the tough hide of the baby dragon, that seems to have started to have failing health. He connects hard with the first blow splitting the little dragons hide a little, but as it drops he misses with the second attack.
Gecktar's survey of the battle leads him to summon up an eagle that attacks the wyrmling near Toros. With that done he moves so that he will be more accessible to the group and lend aid as needed.
Celestial Eagle appears out of thin air and dives at the dragon that is nearest him. It lands with both of its claws but finds its beak ineffective on the tough hide.
Leets hits the wyrmling hard and fast as he charges in on it. It is still under the effects of Zeoll's spell and does not put up too much of a fight as he tries to tip it onto its back. He tips it over despite the struggle that it tries to give.
Kanchana concentrates on the swarm to get it to move in a desired direction but finds that it does not work that way. She had noticed earlier that Kale was in trouble, facing a wyrmling alone. She moves around the back side of the pillar and behind Kale.
Zeoll rears up on his feet to assault the wyrmling with not only his sword but his claws as well. His sword finds a soft scale and cuts into the creatures hide. While his claws also find purchase on the wyrmlings hide, though it does little obvious damage. He continues to sing on for his companions as he fights, bulstering courage for the group.
Kale is not to thrilled with the fact that he is now face to face with a dragon, no matter the age of the thing. His sword goes wide as he tries to steel his nerves to face it. Seeing that he is having no luck at that he steps away from the thing, trying to give himself room.
Vasch tumbles towards Kale to give him cover and get into a flanking position with him. Drawing his sword as he comes out of the roll he finds that the dragon has not moved yet and that he is swinging at air.
Toros charges in the direction of the little wyrmling that is attacking Kale, when he is engulfed in a sea of black wings. His being the closest living target in range the bat swarm had swarmed around him (hit: 9, damage: 2). He finds his charge broken as he fights off the little bats instead of a dragon.
Wyrmling1 flies around to circle in on Flat-top from the side. He lets go with another jet of flame that not only engulfs Flat-top, but Brahmah and Leets as well (hit: 25, damage: 12 fire damage).
Wyrmling2 moves towards Vasch as he sees a rolling snack coming his way. His teeth snap at Vasch as it pulls near and it brings a pair of wickedly sharp claws at him as well (hit: 29/23/21, damage: 2/6/3).
Wyrmling3 feels the sudden flicker of pain throughout his system and then things start to go numb. With a last wailing bleet he sinks to the floor of the cave to never rise again.
Wyrmling4 finds himself laughing and then turned over on his back, kicking out with his little feet as he tries to right himself.
[Leets - Will need to make another strength check next round to go with that herdsman check to tie up the dragon next round. It will be struggling for earnest then.]
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Toros d20=10 d20=13 Monday July 5th, 2004 10:39:43 PM
There is enough sign from the Gods that Toros should not intentionally harm the babies. If he does not follow these warnings the next sign could be harmful for Toros!!
Toros will sidestep to get rid of the bat swarm, finding the chance to drop his glaive and draw his whip. Then he will use his whip hoping to catch the RED on the air. His aim is to catch him from his leg or tail, wrapping the whip on the body part, preventing the movement of the whole body, and forcing it to land on the ground.
If he succeeds, he will ask the help of Gecktar, Flat-top, Brahmah and others to help him pull the dragon down.
(d20+10, 20) (another d20+10, 23, in case needed)
If this is too complicated to try in real wold, he will just use his unarmed attack to give subdual damage to the nearest dragon.
Flat-top(73/85hp) d20+3=20 Monday July 5th, 2004 11:46:29 PM
Flat-top is between two old friends that need help, whitch one need help the most? Kale facing that wyrm with a sword, He's better with a bow. Vasch and Kanchana are near him.
Leets on the other hand is trying to to handle the Wyrm alone. Right now Leets needs his help more, Flat-top hurries over to Help Leets by grabing the rope to help tie the this fire breathing rat. But as he's helping Leets, the other flying Wyrm breathes on him and Leets "Ouch!" Flat-top yells at the flying torch, "Your Farther was a White Dragon!"
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 70/75) d20+10=28 d20+10=30 d20+11=14 d20+5=24 d20+5=25 d20+6=7 2d4(1+2)+7=10 2d4(4+1)+7=12 d6+4=9 2d4(2+1)+7=10 2d4(3+3)+7=13 Tuesday July 6th, 2004 1:41:59 AM I couldn't get the newest map to come up. Confusion has set in at this point. :)
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes)
Provided his target is still alive, Brahmah will continue his assault. His falcion sinks into like butter(maybe?). (Not including Inspire; AC 28(30 confirm crit), 14, 24(25 confirm crit) and 7 miss; for 10(22 crit), 9, 10(23 crit), miss damage)
Provided his target is dead, he'll move to the next and attack once.
Kanchana[Sub Jay B], (AC 19, hps 44) Tuesday July 6th, 2004 1:56:00 AM
(Was I supposed to continue posting for Kanchana?? Eek. Hey, if she returns and posts after this one, just erase my Kanchana post.)
(OOC: Jim, I am aware the swarm is impossible to control, thats why I rolled random number based on direction for you (making your job easier I hoped). I)
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace, (4 hours, on Brahmah, Vasch, Toros, Zeoll, Kale, and herself), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Detect Snares and Pits (4 minutes), Summon Swarm (bats, 1 round + concentration)
Realizing that the swarm appeared AFTER the groups movement, Kanchana curses herself once or twice. She stops concentrating on the swarm and turns her attention to Kale. She swaps out(move action) the Cure Serious Wand, for a cure light wand. Turning to where Kale had been, she realizes that he had moved. So she follows(another move action). "Stand still."
Leets d20+2=21 d20+4=16 Tuesday July 6th, 2004 3:12:11 AM
Leets stuggles with the wyrmling ans answers Flat-Top:
"Hey! If its father was a white dragon, it means it's itself a pink dragon!"
Leets tries to keep some sense of humour as he feels fire burning his own skin.
He grabs his rope more firmly, and seriously says to the wyrmling:
"Now! It's over! I've seen sheeps more combative than you!"
Strength check 21, profession: herdsman 16.
Gecktar AC 22 hp 40/40 d20+3=22 d4=3 Tuesday July 6th, 2004 3:34:43 AM
The celestial eagle follows the wyrm that is flying and then dive on him when he sees an opening (hit AC 22 damage 3)
Gecktar one more time take the time to appraise the situation. Vash, Kale and Kanchana form a group that may prove sufficiently strong to struggle one wyrm. Flat-Top, Leets and Zeol are trying to immobilize one wyrm. With the additionnal strength of Flat-Top they will certainly be successful. One Wyrm keep on flying and this may be the more difficult to hand on. Seeing that Toros want to catch the flying wyrm he casts a spell to help him. As he recites the prayer, his hand glows blue with sparkling energy. He then move to touch Toros that can feel the energy of Domi in his body giving him great strength.
(Cast Bull' Strength on Toros +4 Str for 3 min)
Active spells Shield of Faith (2 min 8rd) Resist Energy (10 hp) Pass w/o Trace Summon Monster (1 rd)
Vasch - AC 22, 24 of 32 hp d20+9=23 d20+9=21 d20+3=21 d4+3=4 d4+3=4 d6=1 d6=5 2d6(5+1)+1=7 d6=4 Tuesday July 6th, 2004 10:26:31 AM
Vasch was surprised by the sudden turn and attack of the wyrmling. In with claws and teeth the little dragon comes. A claw digs into Vasch through his armor while the bite leaves a small gash in his flank.
"Vile little creature...my turn now..." In a flurry of his own, Vasch counter-attacks the wyrmling with his own claws and sword. Vasch rears up to bring his front claws to bear on the wyrmling. A name for a creature that is nearly the size of a man and much more dangerous.
In a coordinated attack with Kale, flanking position, Vasch attack trying to take advantage of positioning hoping to take down the red wyrmling quickly.
2 Claws - AC 23 & 21, damage 5 & 9 Sword - AC 21, damage 11
Active Spells 1. Protection from Evil (4 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (5 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (19 minutes) 4. Inspired (? rounds)
Zeoll (AC15, HP36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) d20+6=10 d20+4=14 d20+4=15 d4+1=4 d4+1=5 Tuesday July 6th, 2004 12:46:31 PM
Knowing that his spell is about to expire, Zeoll takes one last chance to attack. He makes a five-foot step to the left so that, with Brahmah, he is flanking. Then he attacks.
With the greatsword, he strikes hard at the wyrmling, at the last second turning his blade so that the flat smacks hard against the beast.
But he misses (natural two)
So he lashes out with his paws, hitting AC14 and AC15 for 4 and 5 hp damage.
The bard keeps singing.
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4.
Kanchana ((Eunice, OOC)) Tuesday July 6th, 2004 6:48:17 PM
((Jay I will resume playing Kanchana. Thank you for filling in for me in my absence.))
Wrmling Eviction, part 4. (DM Jim) d20+8=16 d20+10=29 2d8(8+1)+9=18 d20+10=17 d20+10=28 d20+10=29 d8+1=9 d6+6=9 d6+3=4 Tuesday July 6th, 2004 7:27:15 PM
Brahmah sees that the little dragon before him has fallen to their combined attacks and also that Leets and Flat-top have the other one in hand. He moves to help out Vasch and Kale with their problem, especially since the last dragon is flying. His falchion sinks into the things unprotected flank as it hisses at Vasch.
Flat-top moves over to help his friend Leets in tying up the dragon that he has tipped over onto its back. He tries to hold it still while Leets attempts to tie its feet up.
Gecktar speaks the words of a spell and focuses his energies from Domi into the force that he is looking for. He moves over to touch Toros on the shoulder and imbue him with the strength he will need to pull the dragon down to the ground.
Celestial Eagle circles around the column to hit at the dragon again. It skins the dragon and only leaves a small trickle of blood for its efforts.
Leets now has help in subdueing the little dragon in the form of Flat-top. He easily ties up its feet with the length of rope that he has. Tugging on it several times he makes sure that it is tight, but not too tight.
Kanchana follows along after Kale as he moves once again on her. She had drawn a wand to make use of but he had to move. She complains at him to hold still for awhile.
Zeoll uses the flat side of his blade to smack the now tied up wyrmling on the backside. He goes a little red at the idea but shrugs it off as his friends give him the look.
Kale made no post.
Vasch unleashes a series of attacks that include his natural weapons, his claws. Much to his relief all of his attacks find holds in the little dragons hide, but it does not seem to be enough to put it out of the fight.
Toros gets out of the swarm of bats with no damage, but it was not a good experience and he takes it that harming the babies is most definitely wrong. He moves in the direction of the wyrmling that is flying and swings his whip. To his credit it wraps itself around the little babies tail.
Wyrmling1 screeches at the eagle but does not pursue it. It looks towards its tail as something wraps around it and it hisses. Feeling the beginnings of a tug it turns in that direction, wraps it wings and dives straight at Toros (hit: 29, damage: 18).
Wyrmling2 suffers the shots at him as he shakes off some of the pain. It continues its assault on Vasch not wanting to turn its attention from this one (hit: 17/28/29, damage: 9/9/4).
Wyrmling3 is dead.
Wyrmling4 is tied up on his back struggling to get free from its predicament.
[Sorry, between the storm and Tripod having a glitch I was able to get no map out. Should get this one though.]
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Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 70/75) d20+12=20 d20+13=32 d20+13=32 d20+7=18 d20+8=27 d20+8=19 2d4(4+4)+7=15 d6+4=7 d6+4=5 2d4(3+4)+7=14 d6+4=9 d6+4=9 Tuesday July 6th, 2004 8:24:55 PM ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes)
Brahmah's on clean up. He attacks the newest target, flanking, thanks to Zeoll. (AC 20, 32(crit 32), 18 and 27(crit 19) for 15, 7(crit 12), 14 and 9(crit 18) damage)
Leets Wednesday July 7th, 2004 1:56:58 AM
Once the wyrmling is tied up, Leets looses no time, and comes by Toros' side.
"Are you ok? This last was a harsh strike!"
Leets will use his lay on hands to heal 10 damage on Toros.
Gecktar AC 22 hp 40/40 d20+3=12 d4+1=4 Wednesday July 7th, 2004 3:20:02 AM
Gecktar stays close to Toros and sees Leets coming to heal his friend. "There is still one that may prove difficult to hold" says Gecktar. With that he says another prayer to help him in the battle. From his streched arms, a red hallow begin to engluf him and after that disapear.
OOC cast divine favor on himsel because it's a personal spell :(
One last time the eagle dive on the back of the wyrmling (hit AC 12 damage 4). At the end of its turn it disapear in a flash of light.
Active spells Shield of Faith (2min 7rd) Pass w/o Trace Divine Favor (3rd) Resist Fire (10 hp)
Flat-top(73/85hp) Wednesday July 7th, 2004 7:19:44 AM
Flat-top hold the wymics mouth shout(so the little darling woun't breath fire). Yells at Leets "Hey! Leets! Bring me a little rope so I can tie this Child of a She Devil Shut! I don't want to get burned every time he opens his mouth."
As wiggly as the wyrm is flat-top hold on to that shout mouth for dear life. "I hope Kanchana will like her dear little baby." he thinks to himself.
Vasch - AC 22, 11 of 32 hp d20+8=13 d20+8=27 d20+2=10 d4+3=7 d4+3=5 d6=1 d6=2 2d6(4+4)+1=9 d6=4 Wednesday July 7th, 2004 9:33:08 AM
Vasch cringes at the continued assault of the dragon. "Kale, are you planning on doing something before or after the dragon is dead!"
With claws and sword Vasch keeps up his assault. A sense of urgency begins to come over him as he receives the last couple from the dragon. He is very glad to see Brahmah join the battle against the dragon. He adjusts to flank with Brahmah (5-ft. move).
2 claws - AC 13 & 27, damage 8 & 7 Sword - AC 10, damage 13
Active Effects 1. Protection from Evil (3 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (4 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (185 rounds)
Kale(AC 19, 38 of 54 hps) d20+8=19 d8+5=11 Wednesday July 7th, 2004 11:12:16 AM
smiling to himself at Vasches words, Kale stays where he is and shoots an arrow at the small dragon(hit AC 19 for 11 pts) then he waits for Kachanga to do what she wants to do.
Zeoll (AC15, HP36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) d20+4=9 Wednesday July 7th, 2004 11:40:37 AM
As he sings, Zeoll moves to Flat-top and helps him tie up the struggling Wyrmling. (Grapple check 9. oh well)
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4.
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) d8+1=9 d20+5=23 d20+12=17 Wednesday July 7th, 2004 12:25:21 PM
Kanchana hurries to tap Kale with the CLW wand healing him at least a little bit. "I hope this helps you Kale."
Kanchana spots Vasch; predictably in the middle of battle, and hurting badly. "Gecktar! Can you try to reach Vasch?! He looks like a bloody mess!" Kanchana makes ready to cast a spell before calling out to Vasch. "Vasch, step back if you can so Gecktar or I have a chance to heal you!" She is fairly certain that what she just yelled to Vasch won't be too popular.
The she-wemic drops her scimitar and leaves it hanging from its lanyard around her wrist. She casts Create Water aiming for the area right above the wyrmling attacking Vasch. In effect about 60 pounds of cold water (8 gallons) crashes down on the wyrmling; possibly soaking Vasch and Brahmah with water splatter as well!
(CLW wand heals Kale 9 HP, Spot 23, Heal check 17 (after all you can see how badly hurt someone is superficially if you know what to look for!), Create Water Drd 0 lvl, cast by 4th lvl Druid, gives 8 gallons of water)
Toros (35/45) HP d20=17 Wednesday July 7th, 2004 5:18:52 PM
With the help of Leets and Gecktar Toros will try to stand still against the attack of the baby. He will try again to use his whip, hold it firmly, control and pull down the small! dragon. After all yet it is better to get injured by the babies than injuring any of them. He still hopes that the chosen can deal with the dragon easily, when it is down on the earth, and he will welcome any hand warmly for this strange baby-sitting/tamming work.
(d20, 17 +12, 29)
bull's strength, pac without trace, resist fire, inspire courage are active spells.
Wrmling Eviction, part 5. (DM Jim) d2=1 d20+10=16 d20+10=18 d20+10=18 d20+10=12 d20+10=24 2d8(4+6)+9=19 Wednesday July 7th, 2004 8:49:25 PM
Brahmah brings his falchion and kukri to bear on the little dragon's body. All of his attacks hit this time and a couple of them are telling blows that leave the dragon in a heap. Then he finds an arrow sticking out of his left shoulder (damage: 11).
Flat-top struggles to keep the little dragon's mouth closed as it wiggles against him.
Gecktar invokes another spell from his god and he is surrounded by a red halo for a few seconds before it disappears.
Celestial Eagle takes another dive on the little flying dragon. It skims past the upcoming form of the dragon and crashes into the ground to disappear in a flash of light.
Leets rushes to Toros's side and applies a little healing after the dragon's last attack.
Kanchana applies a little healing to Kale as she watches the second dragon go down under the assault of The Chosen. She yells to at several of The Chosen to help out Vasch and for him to make a retreat. Her water spell that she dumps on the dragon leaves a wet dead dragon laying on the floor. Brahmah and Vasch both find themselves drenched themselves to unharmed.
Zeoll moves over to help out Flat-top with subdueing the little ones mouth, but finds his attempts more of a hindrance than a help.
Kale smiles at Vasch and then fires off an arrow at the dragon. He winces as the arrow finds purchase, but in one of his friends instead of the dragon.
Vasch teeters a little as he moves to flank the dragon with Brahmah. This causes his first paw strike to go wide but his second lands on the rapidly falling dragon. His sword digs into the cave floor as it misses the dragon as well. Vasch will notice that that part of his sword is blunted slightly (unless a magical sword).
Toros continues to tug on the dragon's tail and slowly pulls the dragon down to the ground. The added help from Gecktar's spell is paying off and he smiles, hoping that they will not have to harm this dragon.
Wyrmling1 feels itself slowly moving towards the ground, being pulled down actually. It hisses in anger and wheels in the air to face Toros. This time it wraps its wings and plummets at him. It is easy to see that its intentions are to knock him off his feet (hit: 24, damage: 19).
Wyrmling2 slips to the ground as the attacks take its toll on her.
Wyrmling3 is dead.
Wyrmling4 struggles against the hands that try and hold the mouth shout and with some effort it wriggles free of its captures. It bleets several times before turning its head in the direction of its feet and letting of a jet of flame, burning the ropes that bind it to ashes.
[Toros - dex check 14 or get knocked off your feet by the dragon.]
[Gecktar - dex check 14 or have Toros fall into you and knock you off your feet.]
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Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 59/75) d20+16=35 2d8(7+6)+14=27 Thursday July 8th, 2004 12:07:44 AM ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Inspired
Having dropped the dragon, Brahmah salutes Vasch for his efforts and then turns and charges the dragon (PaOd) that is escaping Flat-tops grasp.
(Horned charge, AC 35, for 27 damage)[Brahmah should stop in square PaNd next to the carcass]
Toros (18/45) HP d20=11 d20=20 Thursday July 8th, 2004 1:33:44 AM
Toros barely manages to stand on his feet, knowing that one other strike like this would kick him off out of the fight. (d20, 11 +3 = 14)
Using all his talent and luck he pulls back the dragon one more time to hit the ugly baby to the pillar next to them with the hope that this will end the RED flying around, fall to the ground and stay prone for some time, which can be enough and precious either for Toros to recover from his wounds by magic or for his friends to come to help him.
Meanwhile he will once more call for help.
"Chosen, I may not take it any more, please... some help!!!"
(d20, **natural 20** +12 = 32)
Leets d20+2=14 Thursday July 8th, 2004 3:38:36 AM
Leets grabs Toros' whip and says him:
"It's ok Toros! I take your place! Go back and find some support!"
With this Leets pulls as strogly as he can on the whip, trying to make the wyrmling trip (strength 14).
Then he hears Flat-Top's call.
"Oh no! I have no more rope Flat-Top! We must find another way!"
Flat-top(Ac22 - 73/85hp) d20+15=23 d20+15=23 d8+8=15 d8+8=13 Thursday July 8th, 2004 7:49:09 AM
Flat-top was holding on for dear life when Zeoll came over to help to keep the wyrm mouth mouth safe. But Brahmah gord him, that lossen our grip on the little Bugger. Right away he bured his rope off and now he has murder in his eyes.
Flat-top knows that he has no other choice, he has to kill this red baby. "I'm sorry Zeoll, He's too dangerous and now too mad to mad to stop now. I have to kill him."He attack with his Morning Star, with his shild up he Attacks. First this way then that way. then will turn to see how bad the little one is. But readies himself for another attack.
Kale(AC 19, 47 of 54 hps) d20+12=17 d8+5=7 Thursday July 8th, 2004 11:47:36 AM
seeing that he shot Brahmah rather than the dragon, Kale throws his bow to the ground in fustration and charges the dragon along side Brahmah(attack dragon at Po, hit AC 17 for 7 pts. if there isnt any room Kale will move towards the other dragon as far as he can.)
Gecktar AC20 hp 40 d20=8 3d8(4+4+4)+15=27 Thursday July 8th, 2004 2:33:32 PM
Gecktar is hurt by Toros that take a violent blow from the wyrm. Gecktar fall back on the ground and see Toros that is severly wounded above him.
He takes his wand (move action) and touch (standard action) Toros on his leg healing him for 27 hp
Gecktar still lies on the ground at the end of the round
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) d20+5=8 d20+4=15 Thursday July 8th, 2004 3:36:04 PM
Kanchana is unharmed so far as she is aware, but yet she looks like she is suffering some sort of mental anguish; or maybe even some form of pain. She starts to shiver and has to blink to clear her eyes from the tears just starting to leak from them. Because she is in thrall of her emotions right at the moment she doesn't really see Gecktar slip to the ground and not get up. She seems to only hear the bleets of the dragon-childer ringing in her ears over and over. Kanchana doesn't even fully register that the others are either doing their best to kill the babies, or at least stating that that is exactly what they are going to do. Even healing her friends is at the back of her mind for the moment. Quite surprisingly she gathers her wits just enough to shout, "No, no, no. No!" before bounding out from her hidey-hole, scimitar in one hand and wand in the other. Her words sound almost like a mantra. She races across the short distance (most likely somewhere just beyond Brahmah and in the proximity of the first carcass is where she will slow and maybe even stop). It is unclear at this point just what she has in mind.
Vasch - AC 22, 15 of 32 hps d8+1=4 Thursday July 8th, 2004 3:49:25 PM
Vasch sees Kanchana having some sort of melt down as the Chosen start to eliminate the dragon young. He acknowledges Brahmah as Brahmah charges off to deal with another dragon. Vasch sees that he is in no immediate danger and decides that a cure potion would taste good at this point. He takes one from his pack, uncorks the stopper and downs the vial.
Active Effects 1. Protection from Evil (2 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (3 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (184 rounds)
Wyrmling Eviction, part 6. (DM Jim) d20+6=25 d20+10=12 d20+10=14 d20+10=16 d20+10=20 d20+14=19 d20+14=33 2d8(3+1)+6=10 d8+5=7 d6+6=11 d6+6=8 Thursday July 8th, 2004 9:23:56 PM
Brahmah charges the one little dragon that is escaping from Flat-top and Zeoll. He hits it with his horns, puncturing it's side rather well.
Flat-top lays into the little dragon with his morningstar. It slams home both times and the little dragon bleets one last time as it slips to its side.
Gecktar is knocked flat by Toros as he avoids the dragon. From his prone position he pulls out his wand and heals Toros of a little of his damage.
Leets takes the whip from Toros and applies his own strength to it to pull the dragon down even further. He is distracted by the call of Flat-top and ends up getting the whip jerked out of his hands by the little dragon.
Kanchana falls into a form of depression or loss of mental capabilities as she hears all the bleeting deaths of the young dragons. Despite the fact that she knew this might have to happen she is still unable to register it all. She rushes forward towards the closest dragon baby's body *let me know if this is not right*.
Zeoll made no post.
Kale drops his bow as he has not had much luck with it. He had intended to head for the dragon that Brahmah had charged but sees that it is dead and turns to the last dragon instead.
Vasch salutes Brahmah back as he looks around at the situation. One of his concerns is Kanchana's now apparent state of mind, but he decides to heal first. He pulls a potion from his pack and downs it, feeling much better.
Toros swings the whip a little trying to get the little dragon to slam into the pillar that is close by. Though he has the strength to do so, he finds that the whip does not allow for that kind of movement too well. All he succeeds in doing is drawing it closer back to the ground.
Wyrmling1 lands and hisses at Leets as he stands in his way. The little dragon has taken full stock of the fact that its brothers and sisters are dead. This throws it into a rage that leaves teeth and claws flying at Leets (hit: 25/22/20, damage: 7/11/8).
Wyrmling2 is dead.
Wyrmling3 is dead.
Wyrmling4 is able to make one last ditch effort in inflicting some damage on its killers. It thrashes about swinging it's tail in all directions as it slowly dies (hit: 33, damage: 10). Everyone near the dragon maybe struck with this death throe attack.
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Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 59/75) d20+12=26 d20+7=12 2d4(4+2)+7=13 2d4(3+4)+7=14 Friday July 9th, 2004 12:44:07 AM ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Inspired
Suprised by the apparent ease of the eviction, Brahmah becomes uneasy, thinking it might actually have been a trap. He can't help but think that the Dark Armored Marteain cleric might have his greasy fingers in this too. The orcs, the red and the mission to hide the children... it all seemed to closely knit. Ah well. One more dragon left.
Brahmah heads for the last red baby. Stepping around to the next dragon, he moves a short 20 feet. He attacks with falchion, twice. (AC 26 and 12, for 13 and 14 damage)
Leets d20+6=24 d20+2=18 Friday July 9th, 2004 3:19:23 AM
"CHOSEN! THIS ONE ALIVE!"
Leets drops his shield and his morningstar as he litteraly jumps into the melee with the wyrmling.
"Let's knock it out!"
Leets will try to roll on the ground with the young dragon, so that the others can strike it more easily (trying to immobilize it, melee 24, strength 18)
Zeoll (AC15, HP26 of 36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) Friday July 9th, 2004 6:40:10 AM
[OOC: Sorry for being late ... my posting rhythm is off]
Zeoll gets whipped by the dying wyrmlings tail -- "ow!" -- but he still tries to save its life. He casts a Cure Minor Wounds spell on the creature (cures one hp damage and stabilizes it).
[OOC: hoping it is now unconscious and stable in the negative hit points?]
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4 (one used).
Flat-top (AC22 - 40/85hp) d8+1=8 Friday July 9th, 2004 6:58:53 AM
Flat-top put his hand on his tattoo, curing himself of 8hp of damages, while he goes(15 feet) to where Kanchana is cryingputs bothe hands on her shoulder. Yells at he "KANCHANA! SNAP OUT OF IT!! you are needed here, LOOK AT VARCH! he needs you. Look over there we are trying to get that one alive, But these little Killers are trying to kill us all.
Then WHAT Will Happen To Our Kittens? They are counting on us for safty." Now Flat-top speaks to her softly "Now Kitten, Help us, keep us alive. Now I have to help the others to try and trap the last one." Flat-top kisses her, then is off to help with the last Red Wyrm.
Flat-top's tattoo cured 8hp of damages on himself.
Kale d20+10=11 Friday July 9th, 2004 9:16:31 AM
"This is ridiculous." Kale says to himself as the others try to capture the last dragon. ignoring the others requests Kale moves over and stabs at the dragon with his sword, but misses terrible(hit AC 11)
Gecktar AC 22 hp 40/40 2d8(7+3)+3=13 Friday July 9th, 2004 10:41:32 AM
Gecktar now stands up and sees that Leets was subject of violent attacks from the wyrmling. He touch him with his hand releasing energy from another prayer.
(OOC cast spontaneous Cure moderate wounds and healing 13 hp)
Kanchana (HP 44/44, AC 19) d8+1=8 d20+5=14 Friday July 9th, 2004 4:00:20 PM
Kanchana still looks like she is deeply hurt by the actions of the Chosen. To her many of them seem more like killers than the wyrmlings; at the moment anyway. The Druidess will not inform them of her views yet, not until she can listen to the reasons for their actions at any rate. However she does listen to what Flat-top says. Before turning to go and help Vasch she says quietly (just before Flat-top leaves her to help Leets and the others), "they are defending themselves. They only became killers after we made them so." Her tone of voice only betrays that she is deeply hurt and frustrated, no anger is heard. The "we" she mentioned clearly indicates that she is referring to the Chosen in general, not to any individuals. Strangely enough she does not seem to react to Flat-top's kiss, she is feeling emotionally numb. Kanchana dearly wanted to kiss the Centaur back but feels that there is no real time for such things in this chaos. The she-wemic hopes that she can make amends to Flat-top when this whole horrible mess is over with. She finds some time to see that Gecktar is not dead like she had initially feared. That offers some meager relief to her troubled soul.
Kanchana moves over to Vasch and gives him a little healing whether he wishes for her help or not. "Gecktar? See to Toros as well please."
(CLW wand heals 8hp for Vasch, Spot 14)
Vasch - AC 22, 23 of 32 hps Friday July 9th, 2004 4:33:32 PM
Vasch sees the pain in Kanchana's eyes and is not unsimpathetic to her. "Thank you." He says in a more tender tone.
"I realize this is hard for you. It is for us all. This charge we have been given by Tomi is tasking our resolve; pushing us to our whits end. But in the end it all comes down to this," he pauses, "Our duty to Tomi and the tasks we must endure to see that to its end. Do I enjoy the constant death that follows us, no. But we do what must be done when there are no other avenues presented to us. If we had subdued those dragons, what then? We've no place to put them and they are too great a danger to be with us. All we can do is what we can and pray that it is what Tomi wants. If not we pray that his mercy will easy our pain. For the trials we endure are not for us..." He says placing a hand on her shoulder, "We endure for our children. That is why we are here." He turns to survey the remaining battle. "Remember we are all here together, despite our differences, have comfort in that. It is what keeps me here..."
Active Effects 1. Protection from Evil (1 rounds) 2. Shield of Faith (+2) (2 rounds) 3. Resist Fire (183 rounds)
Toros (45/45) d20=7 Friday July 9th, 2004 7:47:50 PM
Thanks to Gecktar's help Toros is totally recovered from his wounds. He is also grateful for and welcomed Leet's help, although he has not intended to totally leave the control of the whip. He will continue to try to hold the whip in order to control the dragon or at least prevent it to move freely. (d20, 7 +12 = 19)
Wyrmling Eviction, part 7. (DM Jim) d20+14=21 d20+14=18 d20+14=25 d8+6=11 d6+6=12 d6+6=11 d20+6=11 d20+6=7 d20+6=9 Monday July 12th, 2004 5:54:14 PM
Brahmah moves over to the last baby dragon and unleashes a pair of aimed attacks with his falchion. His first attack lands but his second is wide of its mark.
Flat-top moves over to comfort Kanchana as she looks on at the killing before her. He tries to get her to see the picture from another point of view, as to how successful he is, is unsure.
Gecktar is able to apply some needed healing to Leets as he tries to keep the other Chosen up an running for the finale.
Leets dives on top of the dragon to try and entangle it and make it easier to hit. He finds this difficult with an animal as large as himself.
Kanchana moves over to heal Vasch though she is not sure what to feel still. She sees the Chosen as the killers in this one, they had forced the young dragons into this fight.
Zeoll casts a healing spell into the little dragon before him to save its life. He does not know if he is successful yet but he hopes so.
Kale cannot believe what is happening and charges over to make an attack on the dragon that remains on its feet. His sword cannot find any purchase on the things hide and slips off.
Vasch lets Kanchana know that he is not exactly happy with what has transpired at this little battle. He had not really wanted to do this, but for Tomi and the children he would risk much.
Toros maintains his hold on the whip to try and control the dragon as best he can. He is not sure how successful he is going to be with Leets now grappling with it, but he will try.
Wyrmling1 can see that he is well outnumbered but that has become a second concern to him as of now. He can see little but red as he flings himself into the fray with Leets (hit: 21/18/25, damage: 11/12/11).
Wyrmling2 is dead.
Wyrmling3 is dead.
Wyrmling4 is dead???.
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Zeoll (AC15, HP26 of 36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) d20+2=10 Monday July 12th, 2004 8:15:06 PM
Zeoll circles 40 feet around so that he is next to Leets and opposite Kale. From this flanking position, he attacks with the flat of his greatsword. He tries to hit for non-lethal damage, but like his previous four attempts to do so in this combat, he misses again!
He grunts in exasperation.
[Inspiration lasts another 3 rounds.]
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4 (one used).
Flat-top(48/85hp) d20+4=22 Monday July 12th, 2004 8:37:43 PM
Flat-top will go to the mouth and tries to tie it shut, So that him and Leet or anybody else will get fired. "Zeoll! Look out for his tail, he'll swat you with it." But it hard going he twisting like a snake.
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 59/75) d20+10=21 d20+11=15 d20+5=22 d20+5=12 d20+6=24 d20+6=21 2d4(2+1)+7=10 d6+4=10 2d4(3+1)+7=11 2d4(4+4)+7=15 d6+4=9 d6+4=6 Monday July 12th, 2004 9:48:43 PM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Inspired
One way or another, this needs to end. The minotaur strikes out. (AC 21, 15, 22(crit 12?) and 24(crit 21?) for 10, 10, 11(crit 26?) and 9(crit 15))
Domi?
Vasch - AC 22, 23 of 32 hp d20+6=20 Monday July 12th, 2004 11:12:56 PM
Vasch sees the things occuring with the last wyrmling. What are they doing, fools. He thinks to himself. That thing is going to be a death sentence.
"Finish it, quickly." He says moving to a position opposite Kale; flanking the wyrmling. Vasch uses his full movement to move into position.
Active Effects 1. Shield of Faith (+2) (1 round) 2. Resist Fire (182 rounds)
Tumble DC20 to tumble by the wyrmling.
Leets d20+6=18 d20+1=13 d3+2=5 d4+2=6 Tuesday July 13th, 2004 4:17:41 AM
"Oh! You have to take a nap wyrmling, and we don't have a whole day to spend with you!"
Leets then first send his fist on the nose of the young dragon (5 non lethal damage) ,a dthen his hoof (6 non lethal damage).
Gecktar AC 22 hp 40/40 3d8(6+5+5)+15=31 Tuesday July 13th, 2004 4:18:13 AM
One more time Leets seems badly wounded. Gecktar takes his wand and tries to touch Leets to heal him.
(Use wand of CSW for 31 hp of damage healed ; remaining charge 42)
Kale d20+10=25 d8+5=9 3d6(4+2+4)=10 3d6(1+6+1)=8 Tuesday July 13th, 2004 7:11:21 AM
now that he's in a flanking position, Kale stabs out with his sword(getting a sneak attack) and drives it deep into the dragon's gut(hit AC 25 for 9 and 10 damage, total of 19) "That should do it." he says to himself
Toros d20=6 d20=6 Tuesday July 13th, 2004 5:32:17 PM
Toros struggle with the RED starts to diminish, whether it is because the RED is losing its life power or Toros is losing his belief that this struggle is useful for some reason. (d20, 18)
He will raise his head and look around unwillingly to get a feeling of what is realy happening. (d20, 11)
Wyrmling Eviction, part 8. (DM Jim) d2=1 4d8(8+2+4+3)=17 d20+6=8 d2=2 d20+14=31 d20+14=28 d6+6=9 d6+6=8 d2=2 Tuesday July 13th, 2004 10:13:43 PM
Brahmah cuts into the baby dragon with his weapons and finds places around Leets body to do so. His falchion hits twice while his kukri only strikes once and one of those kukri attacks almost finds Leets in the process.
Flat-top plans on tying up the dragons mouth but forgets that he needs to have some rope to do the job. He is left struggling with a dragon that is already grappling with Leets.
Gecktar is able to apply a good deal of healing to the greatly injured Leets. Healing that may well have saved the taurs life.
Leets is able to land his fist into the things nose especially with Flat-top holding onto it. He has no luck with his hoof though as it is harder to bring to bear on the little baby (nonlethal damage taken: 17).
Kanchana made no post this time.
Zeoll moves around opposite of Kale and launches a flat sided sword attack at the dragon. He misses the dragon but his sword finds Leets backside.
Kale finally has some luck and his sword finds a spot in the dragons body. It does some good damage as he rips it back out.
Vasch moves over to flank the dragon with Kale as he ponders the motives of the group. How can they be trying to capture the dragon alive...are they crazy.
Toros finds the whip jerked from his hand as he loses what little fight he has in him. Maybe it is the knowledge of what is being done or maybe it is just his strength failing, he is not sure.
Wyrmling1 continues to keep up its grapple with Leets. With the sudden capture of its head the poor dragon is only able to claw at Leets, but those are some deadly weapons (hit: 31/28, damage: 9/8). The dragon is starting to look to be in pretty poor health and much blood is spilling to the floor.
Wyrmling2 is dead.
Wyrmling3 is dead.
Wyrmling4 is dead???.
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Zeoll (AC15, HP26 of 36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) Wednesday July 14th, 2004 1:32:57 AM
The liontaur calls out to Kanchana, "Please trry to keep the one overr therre (he points) alive!"
Zeoll sees that the remaining wyrmling is almost dead. He uses a Ready action to prepare a Cure Minor Wounds. As soon as it drops, Zeoll will cast the minor cure on the fallen wymling.
He calls out, "Brrahmah, use non-lethal damage!"
[Inspiration lasts another 2 rounds.]
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4 (one used).
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 59/75) d20+4=8 d20+5=6 Wednesday July 14th, 2004 5:52:51 AM ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Inspired
Brahmah looks at Leets. "What?!! Save it?" Very confused at the sudden empathy for the beasts, certain that the Chosen are split on the subject, Brahmah sheathes his weapons and steps away from combat (hoping to draw an attack by the dragon.)
Brahmah begins looking around, searching the lair. (Search 8, Spot 6) He doesn't find a thing, except he notices that the other dragons spilt alot of blood. He begins fingering his feather token that is in his hair.
Flat-top(Ac 22 - 48/85hp) d20+3=7 Wednesday July 14th, 2004 7:57:32 AM
Flat-top is still holding the mouth of the Wyrm shut (to prevent him from his breath of fire) while taking his hind hoof to reach the hoof to reach a lose rope, But the red Wyrm is wiggling and Flat-top is slighly off ballance.
OOC: Dex check 7 I think I'm in trouble??
Vasch - AC20, 23 of 32 hps d20+9=25 d8+5=9 d6=5 Wednesday July 14th, 2004 8:39:12 AM
Vasch, remembering the last time he used his sword against the other wyrmling, drops his sword and pulls his shortspear. He lunges his spear at the wyrmling hoping to finish the struggle dragon, taking advantage of the flanking Kale.
"FINISH IT!!!" He yells towards the shouting Zeoll. "She might be able to track it. FINISH IT!!!"
Active Effects Inspired (2 rounds) Resist Fire (182 rounds)
Toros d20=17 d6+13=17 Wednesday July 14th, 2004 8:43:08 AM
Inspired by Zeoll's words to Brahmah, Toros will charge the RED to use his unarmed attack to give nonlethal damage. (d20, 17 + 12 = 29) (damage, 17hp)
Wyrmling Eviction, part 9. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 14th, 2004 10:53:23 PM
There is a sudden great amount of indecision of what is to be done with the final little dragon. Brahmah takes a step back from it but the dragon is unable to do much as it is caught up with Leets and Flat-top.
Vasch charges in yelling to kill the thing and his spear snakes in around Leets to find a spot in the dragon's hide. From the other side Toros hits the dragon with a series of punches that sends shivers up the poor things body.
Brahmah watches and ponders his tree feather token. He knows that it will not be tall enought to do much but it will take up some space in the cavern. It would limit the flying abilities of anyone in the cave to a point.
The last little dragon jerks it's head out of Flat-top's grasp, but is unable to do anything. The last two attacks send it over the edge and it collapses on top of Leets, neatly pinning him to the cavern floor.
Zeoll rushes forward and applies healing to the now downed dragon to bring it back from the brink of death.
[Zeoll - need a healing amount from you for that spell on the dragon.]
[No need for a battle map right now so there will be no new one. Also made this post different from lack of posts from people. Depending this also maybe the end of combat as it stands.]
Toros d20=4 Thursday July 15th, 2004 12:59:21 AM
Hoping that his (nonlethal/subdeal damaging) punches has saved the life of the baby(!) Toros will pick his whip up. This will remind him to pick both a souvenir from the dragon for his tattoo collection, and also the glaive he left on the ground. This is at least what he can do that has some meaning for him.
He is in a kind of mental, if not moral, dilemna. If they kill the dragons what will they do, and again if they dont kill the dragons, what will they do. Finally, when they have both dead and surviving dragons, what they can do?!?
Just it is better to silently look around and pick his stuff from ground.
Then he will also look out with almost non-seeing eyes. (d20, 4+5 = 9)
Kanchana d20+12=19 Thursday July 15th, 2004 1:59:38 AM
((OOC: Sorry for missing posts. Work has kept me from the computer.))
Kanchana can't believe what Zeoll had said about another one of the babies still being alive! She checks wyrming #4 to see its condition.
The druidess has not really paid much attention to the confusion among the Chosen about what to do with the dragon cubs. Defending your own health and life is acceptable, but outright killing children when they cannot really defend themselves adequately is another issue entirely for her. Kanchana certainly does not approve of Kale's apalling tactics.
(Heal 19)
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 59/75) d20+4=8 Thursday July 15th, 2004 2:59:00 AM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes), Inspired
Brahmah looks for a dragon hoard. (Search 8) Apparently, he's blind as a bat.
Gecktar d8+3=9 Thursday July 15th, 2004 3:14:33 AM
Gecktar looks at the Chosen. All are in a good health. Brahmah, Vasch and Flat-top need healing. He come close to Vasch and with a gentle touch on his shoulder heal him with a spontaneous casting of a first level spell (healing 9 hp).
His mission has been accomplished as no Chosen is dead and the fight has turned in their favor.
Zeoll (AC15, HP26 of 36, Inspired, Pass w/o Trace, Resist Fire) Thursday July 15th, 2004 4:49:10 AM
[OOC: Cure Minor Wounds only restores a single hit point -- but it will (should) stabalize a character in the negatives.]
Zeoll checks the wyrmling he just cast the minor cure on. If he thinks it will help, he will cast another Cure Minor Wounds (another 1 hp).
"We need to carrry away both the living and the dead wryrrmlings! At two taurrs per wyrmling, we can do it!"
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Druid spells today: Charm Animal x2 (both used), Detect Snares and Pits (used), Cure Minor Wounds x4 (two or three used).
Flat-top (AC22 - 48/85hp) d6+1=6 Thursday July 15th, 2004 6:48:18 AM
Flat-top starts to get up, first the hind end goes up, then the frount goes up a little easier because he can use his hands. Once on his hooves, he streches making sure that there is no broken bones, as he is streaching flat-top notices something in the north wall? "Hey! Captain! Look up there" he points to the north wall, "there's a hole up there and a big one too."
Flat-top will go to Leets, will try to push the little darling off of the paladin, also will take Leets and give him some healing from his tattoo(giving his 6hp)
Kale d20+11=21 Thursday July 15th, 2004 7:09:46 AM
sheathing his sword, Kale mutters to himself about there is no way he's carrying a dead dragon, then he joins the others to search for the dragon's hoarde(spot of 21) "Im sure the dragon will be madder about its missing treasure thatof its slain kin." he says to no one in paticular
Brahmah (AC 22[flat footed 20, touch AC 11], hp 59/75) Thursday July 15th, 2004 7:11:52 AM
ACTIVE SPELLS: Pass without Trace (3 hours duration on Flat-top, Leets and Gecktar), Resist Fire (wand, 20 minutes)
Brahmah raises an eyebrow as Flat-top points out the North bedroom. "Your young eyes are better than mine Flat-top!" The Captain wrinkles his nose at the situation with the dragons and healing being performed on them. Then the bull-headed leader remembers something he had in his pack. He removes a seal and breaks it. (Jim, I'm emailing you the Seal of Dragon Speech, which allows the group to understand and speak Draconic for 5 rounds.) "There Kanchana, now be diplomatic!"
Toros d20=16 Thursday July 15th, 2004 9:00:54 AM
Toros will also look around to notice something interesting to see. (d20, 16 +4 = 20)
If anyone attempts to lift or treat any of the babies, he will try to help him/her to do so.
<OOC: Just to remind: There is also that mirror like object from the orcs and the blood of the golden dragon that we have not made use of yet>
Vasch d20+9=29 d20+7=18 Thursday July 15th, 2004 10:10:11 AM
"Thanks." He says to Gecktar.
Not being very diplomtic he goes off with Kale to look for treasure. "Kale, don't know about that. Besides does it really matter how mad the big red dragon gets to us? If she's going to be mad, might as well do it right."
[Spot DC29, Search DC18]
Tail Matter and The Search. (DM Jim) Thursday July 15th, 2004 11:32:07 PM
Toros kind of mills around the area after gathering his lost items. He is sort of in a daze at this point trying to figure out things for himself.
Kanchana is happy to hear that another one of the wyrmlings maybe alive as well and she quickly moves to her side. She makes a few checks on the little dragon but finds that despite the single healing the earlier trauma was too much...the dragon is dead.
Brahmah looks around the cavern and does not notice the very loot laying at his feet. Maybe it is concern for other things but he just does not notice. He does take the time to activate a seal for Kanchana to try and talk to the last little dragon.
Gecktar lays some healing on Vasch seeing that he needs it and then goes about other things.
Zeoll hits the downed dragon on Leets with another bit of healing but it still does not stir. He is unsure if it is alive but will have to rely on someone else to find that out.
Flat-top helps Leets out from under the dragon before it is brought too far around again. He applies a little healing with his tattoo as well. Flat-top also points out the hole that is some sixty feet up the wall in the back of the cavern.
Kale mutters about carrying dragon around and that he does not really want to.
Vasch comments about doing the thing right if you are going to make a dragon mad and then goes off to help look for treasure.
[Treasure will be posted with the next post. A full list that is.]
Brahmah Friday July 16th, 2004 1:19:10 AM
Brahmah walks around to find any loose loot or the like. He will go to Kanchana for healing. But doesn't say anything, just points to a wound.
Leets Friday July 16th, 2004 5:13:23 AM
Burned, broken and cut, Leets is too exhausted to do anything.
He thanks Flat-Top, and looks around, seeing a lot of blood on the ground.
He looks sadly at Kanchana.
"I'm sorry...I think we did what we could...It was a harsh battle..."
However, the Centaur paladin looks elsewhere, not sure of his words himself...
Kanchana d8+1=9 d20+3=9 d20+3=16 d20+7=26 Friday July 16th, 2004 6:47:30 AM
Kanchana instinctively understands what Brahmah would like for her to do. She takes out her CLW wand and taps him with it, healing him at least some. She offers him a small tentative smile.
Kanchana listens to Leets and then walks over to nearby him. "You did your best, I will never ask for more than that. I am happy that you tried at least. So please do not feel guilty." She looks a bit sad still too, and considerably less despondant. "I am sorry that the dragon cubs died as well, but none of us can controll the outcome of everything." Kanchana flashes Leets a smile too, hoping to make him feel a little better.
"No one is leaving any traces of them selves; other than blood traces. Right before we leave here I will use Rythiniag's blood to try and mask our presence here." Kanchana informs the others. She will heal Leets if he wishes for her to do so. After that she will collect as many gems as she can in her haversack and pouches. She will try and appraise the gems in lots before stowing them away. She hopes that most of them will be of higher values. This way she will not be weighed down by heavy coin.
((Leets please let me know in your next post how many HPs you are injured so Kanchana can heal you.))
Zeoll (hp 26 of 36) d20+1=15 Friday July 16th, 2004 8:01:20 AM
Over the next three rounds, Zeoll casts three Prestidigitation cantrips and uses them to try to clean up all the blood.
"We should brring the wyrrmling bodies. Drragon hide is a valuable materrial."
Zeoll also helps look for treasure. (Search 15)
Flat-top(Ac22 - 48/85hp) Friday July 16th, 2004 9:19:41 AM
Flat-top is in pain, not from his wounds but from Kanchama actions. With his head low he mutters very softly, "I tried, I tried very hard, but failed."
"Kale! Zeoll is right, help me skin the hides." he ask kale. He then takes out a knife and start (trying) to skin one of the Wyrms.
Zeoll's illegal second post of the day (sorry!) Friday July 16th, 2004 11:47:43 AM
"Flat-top! No! I'm trrying to clean up the blood, not spill morre! Let's carrry out the bodies and deal with them laterr. Momma's coming back soon, and we have to be long gone!"
Vasch Saturday July 17th, 2004 9:21:15 AM
Vasch hears Zeoll's words and instinctively looks towards Kanchana. Insensative bone-heads. He thinks to himself.
"Flat-top!" He shouts across the cavern. Shaking his head in a 'no' motion he glances to Kanchana. "I wouldn't think that anything could be made from such a small hide. Let's not skin them take them with and burn the carcasses and find a place for the live one." Vasch moves over to Flat-top standing over the dragons, "She's already taken this pretty hard. Let's not add salt to that wound." He whispers to Flat-top.
Kale Saturday July 17th, 2004 10:05:55 AM
Kale quickly goes back to Flat-Top and stops his hand "Not today, my friend. We dont have the time to do it properly." he says to the centaur. then, he adds in a whisper so that only Flat-Top can here, "Besides, there seem to be some hard feelings right now. Its best not to stir them up any more than necessary."
Toros Saturday July 17th, 2004 10:15:23 AM
Toros will help Zeoll with his own Prestidigitation to clean up the mess around.
"What do we want the Mother to think when she comes here? And how are we going to return from here?" he asks around
Flat-top (AC22 - 48/85hp) Saturday July 17th, 2004 11:05:43 AM
Flat-top Feel really bad right now, he tell Vashand Kale "I cannot stand any more of this, I'll go cool off out side the cave."
Flat-top will trot of of the cave and will also stand under the water fall, to wash away what he think is his sins (the Promis he had made Kanchana)
Dragon Treasure!
Spoils and a Decision. (DM Jim) Saturday July 17th, 2004 4:02:06 PM
It is soon decided to not skin the wyrmlings as it is still a sore point with some of the group. But a decision must be made as to what to do next, not only with the bodies but to get back.
Those not otherwise detained with other things take the time to gather the few things that lay around...the beginnings of a horde most likely for the babies.
LOOT
7 heavy glass globes 8 medium falcions 4 medium javelins 8 medium chainmails 1 large javelin 1 metal toothpick 1 mirror on a chain 1 bag of starch 1 bird seed rattle 1 potion 1 large club 3 large hide armor 3 ring
4 potions 1 short stick 3 scrolls 2 rings 2 small black round gems 2 small red star gems 10 platinum 15 gold 57 silver 77 copper
6 potions 1 amulet 1 white round gem 1 large heavy steel shield 1 longsword 2 cloaks 2 scrolls 1 small bag 1 large morningstar 1 bracer 1 large composite longbow 175 platinum 130 gold 388 silver 837 copper
[OOC: This is a complete compilation of all the treasure gathered on this little quest.]
Flat-top(AC22 - 48/85hp) Sunday July 18th, 2004 12:57:37 PM
After a nice shower under the water Fall Flat-top, stands under a tree (to dry off)with the mirror/spy glass in his hand, looking very closely at the five Copper coins in his hand. He's not feeling any too well.
Zeoll Sunday July 18th, 2004 10:33:37 PM
Zeoll casts detect magic and then sorts the treasure into magic and non.
"Hey, everrybody, help pack up these magic items. And someone look at the nonmagic ones and see if any arre especially good in quality."
Then he looks at the dragon corpses. How big are they? Can a taur carry one? How about two taurs?
Brahmah Sunday July 18th, 2004 11:50:35 PM
The minotaur begins looking for something to carry everything in.
He picks up the falchions and armors. Brahmah straps the falchions to his pack and rolls up the armors.
Gecktar Monday July 19th, 2004 3:29:31 AM
Gecktar helps Zeol to carry the loot. He will take whatever is needed to carry. Having a magical bag he can carry much more than it seems possible.
Kanchana d20+3=21 d20+7=13 d20+7=12 d20+7=22 d20+7=9 d20+7=17 d20+7=17 d20+7=22 d20+7=8 d20+7=14 d20+7=22 d20+7=17 d20+12=13 3d8(8+7+6)+15=36 Monday July 19th, 2004 3:39:37 AM
Kanchana will appraise the non magical items for Zeoll and the others. She tries to identify the potions using her spellcraft knowledge and fails to identify a single one! Kanchana will collect and carry the small items only. She doesn't really have the carrying capacity or strength to take any of the big stuff.
The Druidess will think about Vasch's words to her as she works with the items. She wasn't surprised at all by the depth and insight in his words. In fact she was rather pleased that he even bothered to talk to her. Kanchana will wish to take time to talk to Vasch later when they are away from anything to do directly with dragons.
After a few minutes Kanchana will go looking for Flat-top to see if he is injured like she suspects he is. When she finds him she will assess his health, then take out the CSW wand and heal him (heals 36HP). Afterwards she puts the wand away again. She doesn't say much since she is certain that something is bothering him, and she believe that it has to do with her. She will awkwardly stand around for a minute or two and then return into the cave to help pick up some of the loot.
(Appraise 21, Spellcraft 13,12,22,9,17,17,22,8,14,22,17 against DC 25; all spellcraft checks failed to identify any potions!, Heal check 13, CSW wand heals 36HP to Flat-top)
Will carry any of these types of items (depends of course on what she is delegated to carry or if the treasure is spilt up before departure; obviously if it isn't on this list she will not be helping to carry it):
1 metal toothpick 1 mirror on a chain 1 bag of starch 1 bird seed rattle 1 potion 3 ring 4 potions 1 short stick 3 scrolls 2 rings 2 small black round gems 2 small red star gems 10 platinum 15 gold 57 silver 77 copper 6 potions 1 amulet 1 white round gem 2 cloaks 2 scrolls 1 small bag 1 bracer 1 large composite longbow 175 platinum 130 gold 388 silver 837 copper
Brahmah (Addendum, not Monday post) Monday July 19th, 2004 7:39:04 AM
... he'll also carry anything else easily packed, wrapped or bundled...
Vasch Monday July 19th, 2004 3:30:58 PM
Vasch looks over the mass of treasure. A slight smile cracks his stern features. That's what I'm... "Bind it together and let's get out of here. Let's carry whatever we can. We may not get a haul like this again."
Flat-top Monday July 19th, 2004 6:11:26 PM
Flat-top after cooling off, starts to think of Kanchana, after all she did come to heal him and there's all sort of thing to doand haul in there. "I might as well go and help out."
If there's nothing to distrack him, Flat-top goes back in the cave to help.
Managram(Ciel) Monday July 19th, 2004 6:16:42 PM
*POP!*Managran Apppears next to Leets, Barking "Bark! Bark!" Then runs to the entrance and back to Leet's side again.
Ilder(ceil) Monday July 19th, 2004 6:19:53 PM
Ilder who was sleeping all this time, now starts to move a bit, almost as if he's getting hungry. "EEK! eek!" then smack his lips.
Treasure and Leaving?? (DM Jim) Monday July 19th, 2004 11:19:35 PM
The group slowly pulls themselves together and gather up the looti into one pile. The stuff from earlier gatherings was also layed out. Zeoll casts a spell and starts looking over the stuff to get the magical separated from the non. He soon has two separate piles and the group starts packing it up.
Kanchana tries her hand at identifying the potions but has little success with any of them. She is able to tell that the longsword is of exceptional quality, though why she chose this item she is not sure.
It becoming more evident to some of the group that they are running out of time and that the mother could return at anytime.
Magical 1 potion 1 large club 3 large hide armor 3 ring 4 potions 1 short stick 3 scrolls 2 rings 6 potions 1 amulet 1 white round gem 1 large heavy steel shield 2 cloaks 2 scrolls 1 small bag 1 large morningstar 1 bracer 1 large composite longbow
Brahmah Tuesday July 20th, 2004 12:44:42 AM
Brahmah pockets the rings, scrolls(into his scroll case), short stick, potions, club, small bag, bracer and white gem. He hands the morning star and hides to Flat-top.
"Everyone, please, we must leave. Now. Pick up what remains and lets fly."
Jay B Tuesday July 20th, 2004 12:45:39 AM
OOC: Ilder?? Whose Ilder??
Gecktar Tuesday July 20th, 2004 2:44:11 AM
Gecktar is the first to want to get out this area. The mother may come back at any moment and it will be a different fight. Taking what he can carry, he get out the place...
Flat-top Tuesday July 20th, 2004 5:47:03 AM
Flat-top takes Hide armor and Morning star from Brahmah, comtinues to gather the amulet, cloaks, Bow, Shield and anything that's scarthered around.
"Elder? Elder? OH! Yes, that Kanchana's pet weasel, he was sleeping in her bag." Flat-top follows the rest of the taurs out of the cave. Smiling to himself, 'the cattaurs will love going under the water fall again, he he he'
Zeoll (hp 26 of 36) Tuesday July 20th, 2004 7:02:24 AM
Zeoll's first priority is to helps pack up the magical stuff.
Then he wants to prep the corpses for carrying along as well. Then the entire group can get going! [OOC: See above where I asked how big and heavy the corpses are. I'm assuming we can manage to bring them and the loot -- or at least the magic loot.]
As they leave, Zeoll continues to use his prestidigitation cantrip to help erase any signs of passage. Of course, the Pass Without Trace spells should do 99% of that job.
Leets Tuesday July 20th, 2004 11:04:30 AM
Leets can't help but feel bad toward Kanchana...
"I'm sorry Kanchana...I just wish all the Chosen could share the same way...Or more precisely, I wish the same way was offered all the Chosen..."
"Anyway, I'm glad you are there, and since you talk of it, the wyrm burned me badly over this arm..."
Brahmah Tuesday July 20th, 2004 7:54:10 PM
"Kanchana, I forgot you have a weasel. We'll have to keep Pah'caw away from him." He smiles impishly.
Leaving Through the Falls. (DM Jim) Tuesday July 20th, 2004 9:47:52 PM
The group packs away the stuff and start to head out of the cavern. If they want to they can take the wyrmling bodies with them, but it will take two of them per body and their movement will be cut in half.
The falls loom before the group and they know that they must be careful on the slippery rocks and path. Traveling as swift as the group possibly can without endangering themselves, they will make it half way to the camp site that the mother red torched.
Zeoll (hp 26 of 36) Wednesday July 21st, 2004 12:30:21 AM
Zeoll helps bring out the bodies. He knows that they are not making great time, but what choice is there?
"Come frriends, let's move as fast as we can."
[OOC: If it would help to hustle (forced march rules) and take some subdual damage, I say go for it!]
Gecktar Wednesday July 21st, 2004 3:20:55 AM
Gecktar will not help to take the wyrmling bodies, even if he knows that their hide can be of high value. He thinks they must rest in peace to find the way to Gargul and Domi and will say it to the other Chosen.
Brahmah Wednesday July 21st, 2004 7:54:40 AM
The monitaur will push himself to exhaustion to drag the loot, bodies and living wyrms as far as possible.
"What I wouldn't give for a teleporting wizard right about now! Hey, how far down do you think these falls go Flat-top?"
(OOC: How tall are the falls, Jim?)
Toros Wednesday July 21st, 2004 8:57:58 AM
Toros will be helping Zeoll to carry, and ready to take some subdeal damage in order to return quickly.
Toros Wednesday July 21st, 2004 9:52:08 AM
OOC: Jim, what is the situation of the last dragon, hope it is alive!?
I think it is better for Toros to be carrying the still-living one.
Flat-top Wednesday July 21st, 2004 10:11:22 AM
To answer Brahmah's question, "OH! about six to ten feet ti'll it hits the stream, I wish these has less to eat, because they are heavy. Why do you ask Captain? are you thinking of throwing them into the water, then hauling them out from the shallow end of the steam? That sound like a good idea!"
Flat-top grunts along, just as they get to the falls Flat-top turn to Brahmah, "Wait a minute? I have the frount end and you have the tail end? How are we going to thoss these Babies into the water? get them to the edge of the ledge and let the Falls push the over?"
Kanchana d8+1=6 Wednesday July 21st, 2004 3:52:56 PM
Kanchana will gladly help Leets with some healing. She gently taps the CLW wand onto his injured arm; but not onto the injury proper mind! Before leaving the cave Kanchana makes certain to splatter Rythiniag's blood around where there were still signs of a fight. If she is conscripted to help to carry any of the bodies she will do her best to help out, and she will move as quickly as she can. Any damage incurred from a forced march can be healed with some good old fashioned sleep. Kanchana gives Ilder some dried meat from her rations and some water from her waterskin. She apologizes to her weasel companion for the shoddy fare and promises that she will find something better for him once they are safer.
(CLW wand heals 6HP to Leets.)
Brahmah Wednesday July 21st, 2004 7:18:17 PM
OOC: Just a note, but anyone with the Endurance feat, gets a bonus to saving against exhaustion.
Moving On. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 21st, 2004 11:41:03 PM
The group move on with little trouble as they are not forcing themselves at this time. You have gotten well past the area that the red dragon blasted, but it is starting to tell on you all.
[Let me know if you are going to make a forced march and make rolls as needed. I am assuming that you are not doing this at this time as not everyone said so. As far as you know all of the baby dragons are dead, they do not appear to be breathing or anything of the sort.]
Gecktar d20+2=13 Thursday July 22nd, 2004 3:14:29 AM
Gecktar adopt a forced pace. The fastest they go away from the cave the faster he will recover a good mood. For the moment he thinks that all artifices that the chosen used to hide their passage will be useless against such intelligent creature. Realizing that there can be an strategic advantage to take the wyrmlings, he will now help those carrying the dragons.
(OOC what roll is needed for forced march ? Assume Con roll = 13)
Paw'Caw(ceil) Thursday July 22nd, 2004 4:30:03 AM
Once Paw'caw know that her master is out of that cave, she takes to the sky, flying to his shoulder. Looking at him, then at the corps they are draging, as if to say 'A gift for me?'
Managram(ceil) Thursday July 22nd, 2004 4:35:03 AM
Leets trots proudly beside Leets, the dog has his chest puff out as if to say 'Look what I did??'
Ilder((ceil) Thursday July 22nd, 2004 4:41:58 AM
Ilder pokes his head out of the pouch, churps a little, smells the air, looks around, seeing that he's to hight to jump down, goes back into the pouch to finish the piece of meat and yellow pine cone.
Brahmah Thursday July 22nd, 2004 5:14:51 AM
Brahmah smiles at his eagle friend and says to her, "My hands are full. I'll visit with you later and maybe some food. Take to the air and look for the Big Red." He points to the body of the baby he's helping to carry. "Watch for their mama."
Toros d20=18 Thursday July 22nd, 2004 8:35:07 AM
Toros is doing his best to carry his load together with his friends. He is also happy that they are now away from the cave, where they fight with babies. It is good to leave memories behind and be outside.
(d20+3, 18+3, 21 constitution check for forced march)
Kale Thursday July 22nd, 2004 9:33:54 AM
staying near the rear of the group this time, Kale keeps an eye out for anyone following them
Leets Thursday July 22nd, 2004 3:55:41 PM
Leets thanks Kanchana for her healing, and picks up his morningstar and his shield before leaving.
"I hope all this was worth it...Let's finish this job as soon as possible Chosen!"
Although still wounded, Leets will help carrying the dead wyrmlings. He smiles when Managarms barks around him:
"Good dog! I think you'll have a little companion to play with, what's your weasel's name, Kanchana?"
Flat-top Thursday July 22nd, 2004 6:50:03 PM
Flat-top pulls and haul and grunts and sweat. "Yes Leets! I hope it's worth it!. He marches on.
Kanchana d20+2=13 d20+12=19 d20+4=10 Thursday July 22nd, 2004 7:03:32 PM
Kanchana bites her teeth together and pushes on with the others. She is not thrilled about carrying dead weight around. To her it was bad enough to murder the little dragon cubs, but to now carry them around like macabre trophies is revolting. The druidess does not making her disgust known in any way. She vows to herself to have that talk with Vasch the first opportunity that comes her way. Kanchana truly wants him to know how much she appreciated his words and insight. Huffing and gasping for extra air Kanchana answers Leets briefly, "his name is Ilder." She takes a deep breath as she scrutinizes Leets. "I see I didn't heal you quite enough Leets." *short pause* "I will rectify that when we stop for a breather."
Kanchana talks to Ilder as he eats his food. "Ilder you have nothing to fear from either Managarm or Pah'caw they are rather friendly. Also I fully intend to talk to them about helping to keep you safe." She wisely doesn't mention anything about anyone possibly being seen as dinner at any point.
Zeoll Thursday July 22nd, 2004 8:38:15 PM
"Frriends, we need to get moving, and fast. I don't know wherre, but I want to be away when the momma comes back. And these Pass Without Trrace spells won't last forreverr."
He tries to set a very fast pace.
[OOC: Actually, the "Forced March" rules are for marching more than 8 hours a day. What we want to do is "Hustle" (see PHB page 164). There are no rolls; the first hour is free. The second hour inflicts 1 hp nonlethal damage. The third hour, 2 more hp; the fourth, 4 more, the fifth, 8 more. Plus we are "Fatigued" after the first hour (no run or charge, -2 Str and Dex).]
Pushing the Limits. (DM Jim) Friday July 23rd, 2004 1:01:37 AM
The group has been pushing for all they are worth but the battle and now this forced march is too much. They can tell by some of the surroundings that they are maybe nine hundred yards from the opening of the cave that leads to the gold dragon.
Kanchana is the first to start noticing that the group is pushing itself too far. Some of you are almost ready to drop on your feet and that is not a good thing. It is all good and well to take a break for some time, at least a couple of hours.
Brahmah Friday July 23rd, 2004 1:44:17 AM
Brahmah will push, but knowing his limitations, though he'd never admit having any, he stops without a word and takes a break. He just drops what he's carrying and sits. He finishes his waterskin and debates finishing his wine, but holds off on the wine until tonight or tomorrow. He fishes around inside his pack and removes some meat from a sealed bag and hands it to Pah'caw. "Here." Is the only word he can muster.
Zeoll Friday July 23rd, 2004 1:44:57 AM
"Whew," Zeoll declares, setting down the wyrmling corpse for a moment. "Why don't we take a 20 minute brreak and then hide in yon cave?"
"Meanwhile, if you all will excuse me, I will be back in a moment."
Zeoll looks sheepish and heads out of earshot behind some bushes.
Leets Friday July 23rd, 2004 2:35:50 AM
"I fear I just need some rest Kanchana, although a little bit more healing would be great..."
Leets stops pushing/pulling and drinks some water. He'll get a look at his wound, but also at the others if needed. He'll also use this break to check his armor and see if it was damaged.
Gecktar d20+7=25 Friday July 23rd, 2004 5:30:44 AM
Gecktar drops what he his carrying and thanks Brahmah for that break. He is nearly out of breath. A couple of hours of rest will be welcome. Gecktar will attend all those needing healing.
(Heal check 25)
Flat-top Friday July 23rd, 2004 7:08:21 AM
When Brahmah drops his end of the Wyrm, Flat-top (being so tired) almost drop to the ground. "Captain! Please let me know when you want to stop and drop the load." His mood is still a little black. Pick up his water skin, takes a healty drink, ask Brahmah "Where are we taking these bodies, to the Gold's cave? or Back to what left of the orcs and ogers camp site?."
Idler(ceil) Friday July 23rd, 2004 7:20:08 AM
As Kanchana bends over to pick up somthing, Idler pops his head out of the bag and sees that Brahmah is waving food in the air, 'Oh! this minotaur want to feed me?' Jumps out of the bag, runs to Brahmah and props himself on his leg, sniffing. But then theres this dog comming at him, barking 'Bark(STOP) Bark(STOP)'.
Ilder run full speed, then jumps into Kanchana's arms.
Managram(ceil) Friday July 23rd, 2004 7:30:46 AM
Managram is very happy to head that there is another pet to play with (in between fight ofcourse). Then the dog spots this weasel propt up on Brahmah leg sniffing at Paw'caws food. "Well, this little weasel better go home, we don't allow thieves in this party." Managram chases that little weasel, but where does he go?? Into Kanchana's arms.
Managram sits at Kanchana's paws tilts his head as if to say 'He's yours?'
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday July 23rd, 2004 7:46:17 AM
Paw'caw is flying not as high as she would have but high enough to give a warning to the Taurs if a big bird was comming. Look towards the party and spots her master waving food for her. She dives toward him to snach the big pice of meat. When...
There is danger attacking her master's leg. 'That enermy will be dead in a few seconds.' Now she is in attack speed, whe this thief of a weasel run into Kanchana's arms.
She pulls up, slows her speed, them lands on Brahmah's shoulder, Looking at him asking 'What's a weasel doing here?'
Kale Friday July 23rd, 2004 9:43:39 AM
while everyone stops for a break, Kale will slip into the woods to make sure they are not being followed
Kanchana d8+1=4 d20+12=25 d20+5=24 d20+3=12 Friday July 23rd, 2004 5:16:51 PM
Kanchana holds Ilder close to her and turns her side quickly towards Managarm, effectively placing herself between him and Ilder. Then she realizes that Managarm is questioning her and isn't being unfriendly in any way. She reaches down with one hand and scratches Mangarm about the head and ears. She hopes that her like that sort thing; most dogs usually do in her experience. "Yes, Managarm Ilder is my friend like you are Leets'." She grins and introduces Ilder to Managarm telling the weasel that Managarm isn't dangerous. "Ilder this is Managarm Leets' companion and friend. Managarm this is Ilder, Ilder is my companion and friend." After she is done setting everything right between the two animals she heads over to Leets to administer some more healing. Kanchana is too busy to even consider why she picked up and is lugging around a long sword. With any luck she will remember to ask Mother Wold and Father Tomi about that odd behaviour of hers in her prayers later. Kanchana will take some time to help Ilder forage for some decent food for himself while the others are resting up. She feels confidant that she should at least something edible for Ilder.
(Heals Leets a paltry 4HP, Knowledge Nature 25, Spot 24, Search 12 (looking for food for Ilder))
((Leets let me know how many more HP you are still injured please.))
Brahmah Saturday July 24th, 2004 5:42:02 PM
Looking at Pah'caw, he smiles, "That's Kanchana's friend."
Flat-top Sunday July 25th, 2004 9:07:06 AM
Flat-top who was in a black mood, withneses the reaction between the little weasel, the dog and the eagle. He starts to laugh and feels better.
"Now where are we going again? To the Gold's Cave? Or To the Orcs camp?"
Vasch Sunday July 25th, 2004 10:07:49 AM
Vasch marches on in silence trying to conserve his energy for the march.
Away from here. He thinks at Flat-top's posed question. His mind drifts off to what this floating city may look like. He can't help a smile as he thinks of the children safe.
Brahmah Sunday July 25th, 2004 10:00:28 PM
"I think if we go to the Golds cave, we should expect the Reds mama to show up there. If we go the orc camp, we have no place to hide, the tents were burnt. Though, the cliffs there in the camp might be a place to hide."
Zeoll (hp 26 of 36) Sunday July 25th, 2004 10:35:06 PM
Zeoll looks around and smiles at the antics of the animals.
Then he answers Flat-top. "Let's go to this cave rright herre," he says, pointing. "And then we can go to the Gold Cave. I like the sound of that!"
Toros Monday July 26th, 2004 2:24:17 AM
Toros takes time to have a rest, before starting to move again.
Vasch Monday July 26th, 2004 8:28:08 AM
"If you think the red will be at the gold's cave then, everyone up now." He says with a new sense of urgency. "There are two little ones and their mothers in that cave. So we need to beat the red mother there, get the location of this floating city, and get out before we get caught in the middle."
Getting Aquainted. (DM Jim) Monday July 26th, 2004 8:41:07 PM
The Chosen companions get a little aquainted as the group takes some time to rest. They can sense the urgency from each other as they talk over the next step and the mother red.
Talk is about taking to the cave that is nearby to rest up some more, but it is also pointed out that the group may want to get back to the gold's cave. The red will most likely be looking for a little revenge and with the planted blood that is her most likely target at this point.
Decisions must be made and made fast. Brahmah feels this keenly as the others look to him for a decision.
Brahmah Monday July 26th, 2004 9:11:08 PM
Brahmah thinks outloud for a moment.
"Now, Rathiniag said he'd take care of the Mother Red, and if he did not return, we were to be sure to get his hoard to the village... I think he means to take the fight to the Red and means also, to die trying. I believe the Gold saw his own death and wants us to see to the village. To Rathiniag's Roost and some rest... I hope."
There is doubt in his voice, but also courage and conviction of the Goal.
Zeoll Monday July 26th, 2004 10:33:55 PM
Zeoll agrees with Brahmah, and follows the captain's lead.
Flat-top Tuesday July 27th, 2004 5:28:42 AM
Flat-top flips a coin into the air several times, trying to get the attention of Ilder. At the same time answering Brahmah, "I think your right, we should go to the Gold's cave first, if just to check up on the Cubs and the mothers."
Flat-top flips the coin one more time, but this time he lets the coin fall between himself and Kanchama and lets the coin just lay there. Sure enough the young Ilder notice.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday July 27th, 2004 5:40:10 AM
Managram lays at Leets hoves, with his eyes closed, bur does not miss a single sound around them. Then it happens, that strange sound, he opens his eyes and there is tha new friend is picking up something shinny, 'Oh Boy! Play time! Fetch the coin!'
Managran runs after the coin, chaching the weisel here and there. The chase stop when the little one jumps into Kancana's pouch. So Managran will sit at her feet until Ilder comes out and play again.
Ilder(ceil) Tuesday July 27th, 2004 5:57:17 AM
Idlder is in the pouch, something is odd is going on. Much too quiet, so he poke his head out of his nice little den to see if anything is going on. Yes there is a shinny thingie flying through the air. When that Taur drops it to the ground, Ilder get out of the pouch and runs to the coin, picks it up, smells it.
When along come Leets friend, he wants thingie 'No! No! My shinie thingie!'. Idler runs to get away from friend, but cannot out run the friend, so he goes to Mama taur and into the pouch. 'Ahhh! Safe.'
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday July 27th, 2004 6:03:53 AM
Paw'caw is high up in a tree, eating her meal the her master gave her. There's movement down on the ground. The meal on the paws is running from the dog, the dog is trying to catch the rat. 'Not intrested I already have my food, later maybe.' Paw'caw finishes her meal.
Gecktar Tuesday July 27th, 2004 1:40:00 PM
"I agree with you Brahmah, let's go to the Gold"
Saying that Gecktar remembers the first encounter with the gold. He remembers how he was shacking like a dried leaf...
Brahmah Tuesday July 27th, 2004 7:04:09 PM
After several minutes of rest and a drink of water, Brahmah slags on, toward the Gold's Cave.
"Chosen, regardless of your thoughts on the subject, we've done a good thing here." He says, stern-faced.
Toros Tuesday July 27th, 2004 10:18:34 PM
Toros follows other Chosen towards the cave.
Kanchana Tuesday July 27th, 2004 11:22:09 PM
Kanchana laughs to herself over the animals' antics. If everyone is ready to leave for Rythiniag's cave then she will also make ready to leave. After all they cannot waste too much time just standing around chatting. Kanchana still doesn't agree with Brahmah that they have done something good, but she will not challenge anything for the moment.
Zeoll (hp 26 of 36) Tuesday July 27th, 2004 11:26:18 PM
Still oozing blood from a tail-lash-wound, Zeoll remembers how he tried to avoid killing the dragons. But he decides against talking about it. Some seem sensitive, and he does not want to rub salt into these wounds.
Instead, he focuses on what's ahead. "Gold Cave? That sounds like a grreat place! We need to sit down and sorrt thrrough ourr loot."
Kanchana (addendum) d8+1=9 Wednesday July 28th, 2004 12:32:19 AM
Because Kanchana must be becoming used to seeing red all over everyone she must have somehow missed Zeoll's glaringly obvious wound!
Kanchana will waste no further time in helping Zeoll heal.
(CLW wand heals Zeoll 9HP)
Gecktar Wednesday July 28th, 2004 8:14:11 AM
Gecktar is convinced of one thing : they had to separate the mother and the wyrmling. But to kill them, at this age they are merely beasts and they have fought harshly. Trying to take them alive they merely kill Leets and Toros... ... They had to kill them, their blood didn't let them take another way than evil.
But what is done is done... No one can change back these things. They have to focus on their next goal : trying to get the children to the flying city.
Vasch d20+9=21 d20+9=14 d20+5=11 Wednesday July 28th, 2004 8:37:23 AM
Vasch paces somewhat impatient since Brahmah statement of the Red and Gold battling. As the discussion of where to go leans towards the cave of the gold dragon, Vasch starts to move off in that direction.
[Spot DC21, Survival DC14, Listen DC11]
Flat-top Wednesday July 28th, 2004 9:06:16 AM
Flat-top Is having fun with the animals when all of a sudden the party leave for the Gold's Cave, "Hey! Wait a minute! I'm not hauling these dead bodies all by myself, I'm leaving them here until further orders!".
Flat-top follows the rest of the Taurs to the path of the Golds Cave.
Kale Wednesday July 28th, 2004 9:33:21 AM
Kale walks along with the others towards the cave
To the Cave. (DM Jim) Wednesday July 28th, 2004 12:27:36 PM
The group moves out towards the gold's cave to have a little rest and relaxation. As they trudge along they suddenly hear a roar of pure and utter rage, mixed with a loss. It came from a lot further up the mountain and to venture a guess...the red mother.
This is all that is needed for the group to feel a little bit of panic. Look what a gold had done to them and he was not even an enemy.
It is painfully obvious that you could move faster without the wyrmling bodies, but what to do with them. It is another hard decision that needs to be made.
Flat-top Wednesday July 28th, 2004 3:17:20 PM
Flat-top ais troting in back of the Taurs, when he hears a ROAR and it did not sound very frendly. He turns looking up. There she is, up the mountain, it's the Red Mother and she is NOT happy.
Flat-top feel panic, he turns Yelling over his shoulder, "You can have the babies!" he starts to gallop going full speed to the gold cave. Along the way he grabs Kanchana's hand, telling her "Come on Sweets! Time to run as fast as we can!".
Paw'Caw(ceil) Wednesday July 28th, 2004 3:22:37 PM
One Roar from the Mother Red Dragon, she jumps into the air, flies South as low and fast as she can.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday July 28th, 2004 3:28:24 PM
Managram Hears the Horrible sound of the Red Dragon Mother cries He pops out *POP* then pops in again just out side the Gold Dragons Cave *POP*.
Ilder(ceil) Wednesday July 28th, 2004 3:32:44 PM
Ilder is tired from the excersise with Managram, so he is sleeping is his cozy pouch fast asleep.
Brahmah Wednesday July 28th, 2004 5:35:50 PM
Brahmah drops his end of a baby red and makes for the Gold's cave. "Drop them! Move!!" There is actual fear in the eyes of teh Captain as he runs possibly the fastest he's moved ever. "Don't make me make it an order! Go!!" He looks apologetically back at Kanchana, and the others that tried to help the wyrmlings.
Kanchana d20+8=17 Wednesday July 28th, 2004 7:00:19 PM
Kanchana checks that Ilder is OK with her free hand. Her other hand is held firmly in Flat-top's grasp. She basically was forced to drop the wyrmling that she was carrying by default of being 'dragged along' at a full run. However before leaving the area where most of the wyrmlings were dropped she casts an obscuring mist spell on the area before being dragged off by Flat-top.
Kanchana notices Brahmah's look of apology aimed her way and she looks confused briefly. "I wasn't the one who wanted to bring the dead dragon-cubs along!", she explains to Brahmah, "please don't worry about my sensibilities. I hope the mists serve to hide the corpses for a bit. With any luck the grieving mother will be distracted."
(Concentration check 17; cast obscuring mist, Drd1, covers a 20ft radius and with a height of 20ft, lasts 4 min.)
Brahmah Thursday July 29th, 2004 2:35:47 AM
Brahmah nods at Kanchana with a smile.
Zeoll Thursday July 29th, 2004 7:59:35 AM
[OOC: How far away is that dragon roar? A mile? less? Is it behind the group or in front of them?]
Zeoll thanks Kanchana for the healing.
When the roar sounds and the Chosen panic, Zeoll wonders where the courage of the Chosen has gone. "This is no rretrreat!" he says as he follows the command to drop the corpse and flee. "This is a rrout!"
Nonetheless, he obeys Brahmah, makes like a tree, and leaves.
Toros Thursday July 29th, 2004 9:02:46 AM
Toros follows Brahmah and others. He appreciates a lot what Kanchana has thought for the left corpses and looks at her with admiring eyes.
OOC: I will be gone for 10 days. Still, I think I may have access to Internet. But in case I cannot post please NPC Toros as appropriate. Looking forward to finding all you in good condition, when I return from holiday. (^o^)
Flat-top Thursday July 29th, 2004 11:01:30 AM
Flat-top answers Zeoll question, "ZEOLL! LOOK UP THE MOUNTAIN, WAY UP THE MOUNTAIN, sHE'S TOO CLOSE FOR ME???"
Vasch d20+3=15 Thursday July 29th, 2004 12:49:11 PM
The great roar of the red dragon chills Vasch to the core of his being. Having felt the terror that filled him in the presence of the gold, he tries not to imagine how the feelings might be if the dragon actually was as upset as that roar sounded.
He hears some talk coming from some of the others. Unintelligible to his ears as all his mind can focus on is the sound of the roar and terror's icy grip that controls him.
"BY TOMI!!!" Is all that leaves the lips of Vasch before he realizes that his legs are already moving him. He runs as fast as his four legs and the terrain will allow him to move. He only hopes it's fast enough.
[Balance DC15]
Gecktar Thursday July 29th, 2004 4:50:29 PM
The sudden roar scares Gecktar. They have to try to find a safe place.
He follows the group.
The Fury of a Mother. (DM Jim) Thursday July 29th, 2004 9:41:49 PM
The roar comes again from up the mountain behind you. As the group races on towards the gold's cave, some of you look back over your shoulders. You see a rapidly increasing form in the distance and you wonder if you will make the cave at this rate.
The fog spell covers a great area and you can soon see nothing behind you that is too low to the ground anyways. It is terrifyingly apparent that the mother is flying higher than the fog, but will the babies bodies distract her.
As her form grows larger you suddenly suspect that it will be a close call and you may just make the cave, if she does not stop. As she roars again you would guess that she has spotted you all.
[OOC: Do not expect to reach the cave with your next post. The going is still rough and you cannot go flat out without accidents.]
Kale Thursday July 29th, 2004 10:07:57 PM
realizing that he might not make it back to the cave, Kale will pull out a potion, drink it, and dissapears from sight(drinks a potion of invisibility)
Zeoll Thursday July 29th, 2004 10:18:45 PM
Surrenderring to the necessity of flight, Zeoll does not waste his breath on words as he heads for the safety of the cave as fast as he can. He just thinks, "Sorry, Domi! Paws! Don't fail me now!"
Brahmah Friday July 30th, 2004 2:24:13 AM
"Go, Go, Go!" The minotaur huffs at the group. He keeps running at full tilt.
Flat-top Friday July 30th, 2004 7:20:48 AM
"Push on Kitten! Mama Red knows that we are here and from the way she's roaring right now. She wants to have fried Taurs! Oh! Tomi help US!" Flat-top is in full gallop, holding Kanchana's hand, "Don't look back, just look where we are going!"
They are heading for the Gold's cave.
Managram(ceil) Friday July 30th, 2004 7:24:23 AM
The dog waits for Leets and the others, wondering why it is taking then so long??
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday July 30th, 2004 7:25:40 AM
Paw'caw is no where to be heard or seen.
Ilder(ceil) Friday July 30th, 2004 7:27:22 AM
Ilder with a tummy full of food, sleep through everything.
Kanchana Friday July 30th, 2004 8:21:04 AM
"Trust me I don't want to look back! I know that the corpses are hidden from view by the mists for just a little bit longer." Kanchana runs as fast as is possible over the rough terrain. "We should have left the dead dragon-cubs at the cave though!" Kanchana certainly looks very much afraid of what might happen to them all; mamma sounds absolutely furious. She reminds herself that she left Rythiniag's scent behind and now they are heading for his cave. She questions the wisdom of that action.
Vasch Friday July 30th, 2004 12:27:04 PM
The roars continue from the cave. Terror continues to drive Vasch as he begins to bound as he moves towards the cave. He tries to put as much distance as possible between himself and the red dragon.
[Vasch will be using Jump to try and avoid having to move over the uneven terrain. Taking 10 (if possible) for Jump as he moves gives him a Jump DC25]
A Frightful Presence. (DM Jim) d100=3 d100=25 d100=32 d100=33 d100=55 d100=40 2d6(3+3)=6 Friday July 30th, 2004 11:55:22 PM
Giving caution to the wind the group decides to abandon all thoughts of safety. Kanchana stays on her feet as she races along but the others find their footing going. Kale, Zeoll, Brahmah, Flat-top and Vasch find themselves hitting some looser rocks and slipping.
[Need a Dex or Balance check of 14 to stay on your feet. If failed then a Str check 14 to catch yourself and only take 6 damage.]
The cave is drawing closer but anyone looking back will notice that they mother is also gaining. It seems that she is passing over the fog area to chase on after you and the cave. It is clear now that you may reach the cave, but she will also reach it seconds after you.
[Depending on how those that slipped turns out. Most of you should reach the cave this round but be just inside the mouth of it.]
Zeoll d20=15 Saturday July 31st, 2004 12:49:18 AM
Just barely keeping to his feet, Zeoll scampers into the cave.
Gecktar d20=17 Saturday July 31st, 2004 5:49:23 AM
Gecktar keeps his balance while running and manage to reach the cave completly out of breath
Vasch d20+3=22 Saturday July 31st, 2004 12:14:36 PM
Vasch continues to bound along the fear of Gargul driving him on. The uneven terrain gives him little difficulty as he bounds along. His only thought is getting to the cover of the cave and then away.
[Balance DC22]
Flat-top d20+3=20 Saturday July 31st, 2004 3:55:46 PM
Flat-top slips but does not fall. He had to let Kanchana's hand go "Brahmah! Kanchana! Any body whos First in the cave Get our colts and Mothers out of the cave as fast as you can."
Flat-top jump over tree stumps and little ditches. He enter's the Gold's cave yelling "THE RED IS COMMING! SHE"S RIGHT BEHIND ME! GET OUT THE WAY WE CAME IN!"
Kanchana d20+8=23 d20+8=15 Sunday August 1st, 2004 7:46:56 AM
As Kanchana arrives at the cave with little time to spare she does not run into the cave like Flat-top said to do.
"Take this! Save the cubs! I have a plan!" Kanchana calls out to Flat-top first and foremost. She shrugs off her haversack and tosses it to Flat-top, along with the precious wands of healing. She doesn't have time to explain and hopes that he will keep running.
The Druidess stops, reaches up and touches the stone to one side and near the top of the cave mouth and asks it to soften and ooze. With any luck the cave opening will now be too small for the mother dragon to even stick her snout into.
Kanchana hopes to buy time for the others to save the cubs. She knows very well that she risks great danger to herself by stopping here to fiddle with the stone. 'I am either very brave or very stupid!' the she-wemic admonishes herself.
Kanchana takes Ilder out of the pouch and tells him run like the wind away from the cave opening and towards the interior of the cave.
If she has any time left before the red dragon arrives she will begin to run away from the opening as fast as she can and without too much reguard for bruised legs. She is primarily hoping to find something to hide behind.
Kanchana offers up a desparate prayer to Mother Wold and Father Tomi that at least the others, Kenisha, Vrurt and the cubs make it through this unscathed. She leaves her own fate in the hands of her spiritual Father and Mother.
(Willpower check 23, Concentration 15, casts Soften Earth and Stone, drd2, effects 35ft of stone, area 40ft square, effect is instantaneous)
Kale(invisible) d20+4=11 d20+4=24 Sunday August 1st, 2004 10:13:03 AM
stumbling along, Kale trips a bit but is able to catch himself before anything serious happens to him.
Just able to keep his balance, Brahmah flushs red a bit. He's surprised he's lost his sea legs!
"Run!" Looking back, Brahmah see Kanchana stop. "****! Silly druidess! You better survive this so I can kill you!" He keeps running, shaking his head.
The Red and the Gold
The Insane and the Hope. (DM Jim) d100=38 Monday August 2nd, 2004 11:03:31 PM
Everyone makes it into the cavern, well that is what everyone thinks. Brahmah spots the form of Kanchana stop outside the cave entrance and start a spell. He mutters but lets her continue what it is that she wants.
Kanchana smiles as the powers of nature answer her prayers. The rock slowly starts to loosen and then lengthen in the desired direction. Soon she has the hole down to a five foot opening but looking back she finds that she will never find cover before the red she dragon gets there.
The others will never be able to get to her in time and the only thing that will remain will be ashes. She finds herself paralyzed by the realization that she is about to die and has mixed feeling about that.
Suddenly from out of the corner of her eye she sees a golden streak broadside the red mother and carry her off to the side. A bellow of rage fills the air as the red turns to slowly wheel back to the sky and higher ground. Several drops of a red substance hit the ground and hiss, burning the ground in that area. A gold dragon has also taken to higher ground, but it seems slower as if the earlier hit took something out of it. Soon a graceful but deadly airial ballet is started as both dragons try to gain the upper hand.
Vasch d20+9=24 Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 12:08:23 AM
Vasch continues into the cave. He breaks beyond the cave and into the cavern, "THE RED IS HERE!!!" He yells. He looks for the children and their mothers.
[Spot DC24]
Brahmah Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 12:16:57 AM
"Is Kanchana alive?" He sees her, then the streak of Gold. "EVERYONE TO THE BACK OF THE CAVE. FIND THE CHILDREN!!"
He wonders who will come out on top, if there is such a thing.
Zeoll d20+6=16 Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 12:47:15 AM
"You arre SO lucky," Zeoll tells Kanchana. "I'm rreally glad you'rre not dead!"
Zeoll follows Brahmah. "Should't we help that gold dragon?" he asks. But he is still new to the land of the living, so he does as Brahmah asks. Zeoll does not know what these children look like, but children are children. He keeps his eyes peeled. [Spot check 16]
Leets Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 2:48:23 AM
Leets tries to get a look at the terrific battle that is taking place is the foggy spaces. Avoiding some red sparkles falling from the skies, he holds tightly his morning star.
"Oh! The golden one seems to need help!"
"But there is so little we can do!"
Flat-top Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 4:17:19 AM
Flat-top is looking for the mothers and the children, "Come out Children! It's Uncle Flat-top! I have a brand new Gold coin for each of you!" He looks around,"Kenisha! Vruht! bring Domisha and Melanim out here to meet our old Liontaur Zeoll, he's back with us."
Flat-top turns to Zeoll "Wait until you meet these beautiful Unitaurs! Two beautiful Girls."
Flat-top forgot that he has Kanchana's Pouch with Ilder inside...
Ilder(ceil) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 4:28:54 AM
Idler is shaken up by all the jumps, bumps and handing the pouch to some one else, when every thing is back to normal, he pops out of his cozy home "Grrr! Click click?" looking for Kanchana. He jumps out of his pouch and runs around the cave...
Managram(ceil) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 4:32:57 AM
Managram is so happy to see his master again, that he does not notice Ilder running around the cave. "Bark! Bark! (You made it! You made it!).
Gecktar(ceil) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 4:46:45 AM
Gecktar Start to yell at Kanchana, byt then sees the gold streek go by, "Kanchana! GET in... here... this... instant???" Now he want to see more, he look at the now five foot opening and tells Brahmah "Captain! we Minotaurs can get through this opening and the Weinic can go out too. But the Centaurs might not be able too."
So Gecktar turn to Zeoll, asking "Hey! Zeoll! Your a druid, can you undo the spell Kanchana put on these rock? So we all can go out there ans see what's happening?"
Vasch Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 12:38:18 PM
With fear still flowing through him, Vasch listens to the chatter of the others. ...Kanchana, very foolish...
"Stop standing there!" He says at the idle conversation. "This is not a picnic. Get the children ready to move!" Being purposfully rude, "This is not a show. You want to see what outside...I'll tell you...Burning Death. That's what's out there. Now stop standing around and do something useful." He continues to gather up things.
Kanchana Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 2:05:33 PM
It actually takes Kanchana a few seconds before she realizes that in her haste to protect the others she was standing on the wrong side of her barrier! Kanchana hopes that Flat-top was carrying her haversack because the pouches were all left on her belt. The poor half frightened to death and befuddled Druidess realizes that she needs a rest period.
"Bother and be damned! Isn't there another exit out? Away from the fighting." Kanchana's voice is shaky. She is watching the fighting not the others.
"Luck. Yes for once I was lucky. By all rights I should have been visiting Gargul again." Kanchana sighs heavily after answering Zeoll. "Does anyone have my haversack??"
"We would be a hinderence to Rythiniag. It would be best to either stay here or to flee." She is fully aware that she most likely will not be listened to. She is probably considered quite insane now. "Did he leave any instructions on the where abouts of that city?" Kanchana still looks unnaturally pale. "We have very little time to make any decisions..."
Kanchana (addendum) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 2:07:20 PM
Kanchana had only taken Ilder out of the pouch and told him to run like mad into the cave... Hopefully he was paying more attention than she was!
Brahmah Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 7:11:57 PM
Getting confused and befuddled himself, not the sharpest dagger in the bunch, the Captain just stands there blindly gazing around at his friends.
Gecktar seems to be confused too, but Brahmah chalks that up to panic. At least the Captain wasn't alone.
"Not helping Dragon. Not looting. Looking for kids." He says out of breath.
Then he gets a very scared look on his face, almost as if the dragons were right on top of him. "Pah'caw! Where's my eagle!!!" He yells, looking at Vasch.
Paw'caw(ceil) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 8:25:04 PM
Paw'caw who is hiding in the cave of the Gold, is in an alcove high almost at the ceiling. She is hiding there, BUT what this a voice?? why it her master's voice, she answers "Shreeech!"
Why yes it it's him alive, she jumps into the air or space and glides down to Brahmah.s shoulder, look at him square in the face, then she rubs her head on his chin.
Elder(ceil) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 8:35:55 PM
Elder is running around trying to stay out of the children way, because he has a go;d coin in his mouth and don't want to give it up to the children.
He spots Kanchana, he known her as mother. So he runs to her, wanting to get in to his cozy pouch. "EEK! EEK!" he tries to tell her to put him into his home.
Managram(ceil) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 8:50:43 PM
Managram is so happy to see Leets all in one piece and no burns, He jump up and down several times, when ha got Leets attention, Managram led him to where the mothers and the children were.
Kale(invisible) Tuesday August 3rd, 2004 9:55:01 PM
still invisible, Kale moves to the back to the cave and remains silent, waiting for the outcome of the battle
The Battle of Terror. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 4th, 2004 12:20:46 AM
The battle rages on outside with neither dragon seeming to be able to get the upper hand. Fire lights the sky as each tries to use it's breathe weapon to bring the other one down. Droplets of blood lightly hit the ground and hiss as the two make passes on each other that make tears and rips in the others skin. With a last tyranical explosion of flame and voices the two great dragons come together, grappling for supremecy with the other. The plummet towards the earth from high up in the sky, neither wanting to let the other get an edge in the battle. The red seems to gain an edge for a few seconds as she maneuvers to the top of the plummeting dragons, but that quickly changes and the last thing you hear is the sound of huge bodies plowing into the ground at great speed. The ground shakes and you find it hard to stay on your feet.
The group seems to have lost thier minds as the two mothers and the little ones are further in the cave. Their shouts echo for some time through the cave but soon die out as the echoes spread. It seems that they are all safe for the time being and the battle maybe over, but the group is most definitely not together and that is a problem.
Leets Wednesday August 4th, 2004 2:52:28 AM
"There is nothing we could do!"
Says Leets entering further in the cave.
"Come on Managarm, it's no battle of ours, and our friends need us right now..."
"Come on!
Leets will join the mothers, and talk to the little ones.
"Have no fear younglings, for Domi still have his good hand upon us...The sky may rain tears of blood and the earth may shiver under the power of the great wyrms, but it is nothing compared to the Holy Father's powers!"
Gecktar Wednesday August 4th, 2004 2:58:22 AM
Hypnotized by the titanic battle occuring, Gecktar has troubles looking elsewhere. However, the orders of the Chosen leader resound in the ear of the faithfull follower of Domi, and the Minotaur shakes his head.
"Looking for kids...Looking for kids...Let's move!"
Gectar enters the cave, looking who's there.
Brahmah Wednesday August 4th, 2004 5:40:37 AM
Happy to see his bird, he scratches her feathers with a finger. "Thank Domi."
"We're not all here, where's..." He can't quite figure out who's gone and whose not. But as is his way, Brahmah shrugs and moves on, looking for the kids and the mothers. He hopes The Gold made it through.
Zeoll d20+6=15 Wednesday August 4th, 2004 6:29:38 AM
Zeoll has the sinking feeling that somebody (somebodies?) are missing. But who? The liontaur continues to search. He is looking for children (although he dos not know what they look like). He is searching for Kenisha (did he hear Flat-top call her?). He is doing a head count (is Kanchana around?).
[The spot check is 15.]
Flat-top Wednesday August 4th, 2004 8:23:35 AM
Flat-top was knock down on his roump, he rises onto his hooves, checking each of his legs. Looking around calling out "Kanchana! Where are you? Toros are you caught out side of the cave? Kale?? are you here??"
Flat-top comes apon Brahmah, "Are you alright? I see Paw'caw found you. I though I heard the children deeper in the cave? Look there Elder draging some thing shiny behind him, Kanchana should be around hare some place? You know she saved our lives by almost closing the cave's opening, don't you?"
Managram(ceil) Wednesday August 4th, 2004 8:31:05 AM
Managran sniff Leets to make sure that the paladin was alright. Then starts to sniff the ground to see where the children are. "Sniff - Sniff" on the rock bed floor, he follows an invisable scent.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday August 4th, 2004 8:34:20 AM
Paw'caw just sit on his shoulder enjoying the attention of her master, to her all the Wold is in it's rightful place.
Ilder(ceil) Wednesday August 4th, 2004 8:42:56 AM
Ilder had a gold coin in his mouth but something else caught his eye. So he drops the coin and goes after the dimond, head back to Kanchana. Then he come across a shiny thingie on a shiny chain, he drop the dimond and picks up part of the shiny chain, pulling it along behind him. Trying to locate Kanchana, it's not easy when the weasel is walking back wards.
Kale(invisible) Wednesday August 4th, 2004 3:55:41 PM
not wanting anyone to go out and search for him, an empty space in back of the cave yells "Im here! Dont search for me!"
Kanchana d20+3=23 d20+5=20 Wednesday August 4th, 2004 4:05:55 PM
Kanchana shimmies herself halfway into what is left of the opening.
"Are we leaving through here or out another way??" Kanchana asks fairly loudly.
"I have to know whether I should enter or stay where I am." Kanchana scoops up Ilder and whatever he is carrying and lets him back into his pouch.
"Flat-top do you have my haversack?" She then disappears from the hole to see where the blasted dragons are now. She looks very anxious.
If she is told to enter the cave then she will do so pronto.
(Trying to see what the dragons are up to: Search 23, Spot 20)
Vasch Wednesday August 4th, 2004 5:23:50 PM
Ignoring the banter going on around him, Vasch continues into the cavern. With a heightened sense of urgency, he searches for the children and their mothers.
The Mothers and Children. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 4th, 2004 10:22:54 PM
Kanchana searches the area but can see nothing of the two dragons. They both fell to the ground some one hundred yards away and that was further up the mountain. She has seen no movement of anykind since then as well.
Kanchana pops her head and half her body through the opening to find many of The Chosen have moved further into the cave. Flat-top is still standing around near the opening though as he has just recently talked to the others.
Several of The Chosen move deeper into the cave to the area that they left the children and mothers at. They find them just where they were left at, unless they stop to listen to Kanchana or wait for her, but with a sense of sadness about them.
Zeoll d20+2=18 Wednesday August 4th, 2004 11:18:47 PM
Zeoll sees that the children and others are fine. He yells, "Kenisha!" and gives her a big hug.
Then he sees that Kanchana is not here yet. Running back, he calls, "Kanchana! Wherre arre you?"
He finds her sticking half out of the cave mouth. "Hey! Get in herre!" He grabs her and helps pull her through.
[Note, per the 3.5 rules, a large creature should be able to move through a 5 foot wide opening at half speed. Even a hole of 2 or 3 feet width can be managed with an escape artist check.]
Zeoll's str check to pull his new friend and fellow druid free: 18! Woo hoo!
Brahmah Thursday August 5th, 2004 2:19:23 AM
The captain is oddly silent through this portion of the search.
Leets Thursday August 5th, 2004 2:23:20 AM
The Centaur paladin is glad to find the children and their mothers.
He gets a look outside and thinks.
"Well, it looks like it's more quiet...We should use this time to move away...What do you think Brahmah?"
Gecktar Thursday August 5th, 2004 2:26:37 AM
Gecktar whispers prayers to Domi as the mnstruous battle seems to find an end.
"Is everybody ok?"
"Thanks to the Allmighty Taur this is over! At least we will remember this!"
Brahmah Thursday August 5th, 2004 3:45:59 AM
"I agree Leets. This is uncomfortable in this dank cave."
Flat-top Thursday August 5th, 2004 8:56:59 AM
Flat-top stand there looking at the Gold's treasure, not taking he eyes off the pile of coins and other valuables, answers Kanchina, "I over here Kitten! I have every thing that you threw at me, except you pet. Is the Gold comming back?"
Flat-top turn his head to Brahmah "Captain, you know that if the Gold does not come back, we have to haul all of this down to the village, Don't You!".
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday August 5th, 2004 9:02:28 AM
Paw'caw tries her best to cheer her master up out of his gloomie mood.
Managram(ceil) Thursday August 5th, 2004 9:06:40 AM
Managram follows Leets to where the childre are, now the dog wants to play with them.
Ilder(ceil) Thursday August 5th, 2004 9:10:13 AM
Ilder feel very cozy in Kanchana's arms, munching on another yellow pine cone.
Kale Thursday August 5th, 2004 9:39:18 AM
"Has the fighting stopped?" Kale asks no one in paticular
Vasch Thursday August 5th, 2004 3:34:19 PM
Vasch is releaved to see the children. "Be ready to travel." He says to Kenisha and Vrurt.
Kanchana Thursday August 5th, 2004 3:40:54 PM
Now inside the cave the druidess looks a bit more at ease.
"The dragons fell from the sky and I have seen no movement from where they fell since then. I cannot be sure that either of the dragons will be emerging from the impact any time soon."
Kanchana gently scratches Ilder's head and behind his ears.
"Thank you for giving me a hand Zeoll."
Kanchana walks over to Flat-top, "thank you for taking my gear."
She reclaims her pack and slings it over her right shoulder.
"Rythiniag's hoard should be safe for now. After all the cave enterance is not as easy to see as it might have been before. We need to get the cubs to safety; and Kenisha and Vrurt."
Kanchana is still not too concerned with the gold dragon's hoard.
Zeoll Thursday August 5th, 2004 4:55:39 PM
Zeoll enjoys the reunion and then is amazed at the treasure lying around. "Huh!" he exclaims. "This is quite a hoarrd! Is it ourrs? Who is Rrythiniag? Why would we have to haul this to a village?"
Reunited with his old friend Kenisha and introduced to the children, Zeoll is happy. "What a glad meeting this is!"
"Can we rreturrn to Hearrthold Keep now? I am verry eagerr to see ourr home and gaze again on Domi's Sacred Hearrt."
The Reunion. (DM Jim) Thursday August 5th, 2004 9:22:29 PM
Kenisha and Vrurt are both very happy to see the group back and in one piece. The two kids skip around the group now singing out the same words over and over..."They are back." Kenisha takes the time to give Zeoll a hug in reunion with him and welcomes him back with enthusiasm.
It becomes apparent that you could leave the cave and head out if you wanted. Kenisha lets Brahmah know that she has the location of the arch marked on a map that she was given. It also shows the location of the village that the horde is suppose to go to.
Vrurt comes forward a little later holding Melamin in her arms. "Maybe we should stop off at the village and at least let them know of Rythiniag?" To her it seems the best idea, after all she got the feeling that he had a love in the village. "Maybe this lady he spoke of knows of his cave...she could lead them here." She is more than ready to go as soon as The Chosen are.
Brahmah Friday August 6th, 2004 2:53:57 AM
"Yes Flat-top, I know about the treasure. I DO remember the promise I made the Gold."
"Zeoll, the Keep isn't safe right now. Hearthold Keep was taken by a faction opposed to the Children of Domi. We're not sure about it's condition yet. Domi's Heart...is..."
"Let's move Chosen. To the arch. We'll get a message to the village somehow." He thinks for a moment. "Perhaps we should continue in the morning. We could take a message to the town by night, tonight, and leave in the morning. What do you think Chosen?"
Leets Friday August 6th, 2004 4:24:13 AM
"Good idea Brahmah..."
Leets smiles at Managarm and get a look at the golden dog's fur to check his wound.
"We probably need some rest now that imediate danger is away..."
Gecktar Friday August 6th, 2004 4:27:35 AM
"...But we also need to honor our word to Rythyniag...He fought bravely and those villagers need to know he gave his life to give an end to the red threat..."
Brahmah (Illegal Second post) Friday August 6th, 2004 6:03:47 AM
"We are going to honor the Gold's wishes, but I think we need to be sure that the danger is truly gone. We should go back out to the path where we left the red babies and be sure the job is done.
Then move to the village in the morning, giving them the message and then go to the arch.
I've been thinking though, that if Rathiniag is the towns closest friend and guardian, they might think we destroyed him. Then destroy us."
Zeoll Friday August 6th, 2004 7:36:37 AM
The liontaur shakes his head as he tries to figure things out.
"Hearrthold Keep is occupied!?"
He does not seem to know what to say to that.
After a moment he has more questions. "Let me get this strraight. You made a prromise to a gold drragon? What was the prromise, exactly? And that same drragon was just killed by the Rred motherr drragon? How do we know he was killed? Did anybody see him die?"
"And if he did die, that means the Mother Rred won the fight! And she's just now discoverring that we killed herr babies! So any second therre's going to be a wounded rraging rred drragon coming in herre?"
"Seems to me we need info asap! Is the gold dead? What about the rred? I think the first prriorrity is to get these childrren out the back doorr, and fast!"
Flat-top Friday August 6th, 2004 9:20:40 AM
Flat-top Hugs and kisses the mothers, the children, tell them "Now little ones go pack your things, we must be ready to leave at the orders of the Captain Brahmah" Flat-top stands at attention, bring his hand to his for head. "Now go pack and be ready to leave at amoment command." to the mothers he tells them "We'll leave as soon as it is safe, not to worry Domi has been with us, so far he has not let us down. We did the imposible we killed four red wyrmlings, just be ready to leave at any time."
To Zeoll He tells him, "when Kenisha's Colt was born, which was half center and half liontaur. Vrurt's calf, which is half minotaur and half liontaur, they were born almost at the same monent. Trouble is that her brother was a High Cleric of the village and hated all Weimics. He said that the girls were Monsters form Hell and should be distroyed at once. We escaped form the village with an Illusion of fire in hutts, But in the mean time Someone killed the high cleric, It was not Kale, he had Domisha and of course we were blamed for it. And had a hard time getting away, but we did.
But we went back to Hearth Hold, The Three Hight Cleric got them selves an army toghther and for once they had a common goal. The Minotaur Clerics,the Centaur Clericks, the Lointaur Clerics each wanted to have the Children to bring back to their own Island.
We escapet by the fur of our tail, we ask for help, we were told to see this Gold Dragon, he said he would help us but had to take care of a problem of his. And now you know the rest...
Domi's Heart is with us, we did not leave it behind. BUT we are being chased by Mercinaries for the reward of a lot of gold on our heads, By Minataur's Army, By Centaur's Army, By Weimic's Army, We have to hide the children is a safe place. Kenisha knowns of where the Portal is to go there.
But so help me Zeoll, I'm going back to Domi's Home. To put Domi's Heart to his rightful place again."
To Kanchana he ask, "Can I squees through that opening? I want to see if the Red still lives or if they are both dead... OH! yes check on the bodies of the four red Wyrmlings?"
Kale(invisible) Friday August 6th, 2004 10:36:28 AM
the invisible Kale goes up to Brahmah and says "Ill look around outside. No one should be able to see me." then, without waiting for an answer, Kale exits the cave and takes a look around.
Kanchana Friday August 6th, 2004 5:01:03 PM
"It is a slightly tight squeeze, but yes you can exit via the cavemouth still." Kanchana looks pensive and a bit sad. "I do not think that any of them survived that plummit from the sky..." She holds back a sigh, "we should concentrate on the children's safety first, the gold can wait." Kanchana did not make any promise to Rythiniag to haul his gold to the village. Kanchana will nervously wait for Kale's return.
The Search and a Wait. (CM Jim) Friday August 6th, 2004 9:48:34 PM
A little talk leads the group to gather some information to make thier next decision. While most of the group stays safe in the cave for now, Kale slips out to check out the situation. Though Brahmah may not be happy about it, it is too late to argue.
Kale slips up the side of the mountain with as much stealth as possible. He quickly locates the location of the impact of the two dragons. To his horror he finds both dragons caught in a death grip with each other. Though the red had landed on top of the gold, the gold had been able to impale the red on his tail. Both of them are beyond anykind of help it would seem without the proper time to check.
The baby carcasses are further up the mountain still and will take at least an hour to reach.
[Not sure if anyone else left the cave. Kale did say that he left to scout.]
Brahmah Saturday August 7th, 2004 2:21:36 AM
"Kale, be careful. Make it fast. Return safely." Brahmah doesn't seem at all upset, actually, that seems to be what he wanted to have happen.
"Zeoll, we have things under control. In fact, we should be on our way very soon. The town will be informed about the death of the Red and the Gold and they will be set up with the Golds treasure. The promise I made is that the gold dragons hoard would go to the town and the Red dragons booty would be ours." He looks at the liontaur. "Have Courage."
Flat-top Saturday August 7th, 2004 4:32:49 PM
Flat-top ask Brahmah, "Want me to go out there and check on the red Hatchlings?? It will take me about an hour or so?? I cannot follow Kale, because I can't see him! What do ou say? Want to leave as soon as Kale get's back?"
Kanchana Saturday August 7th, 2004 11:50:46 PM
Kanchana decides to sit and wait within view of the cave opening. She is thinking that she just as well could have remained outside with all the milling around going on here. She cannot help but feel that they wasting precious time...
"Brahmah, I certainly hope that you will not ask us to waste our time hauling Rythiniag's treasure down the mountain. The villagers can do that themselves." Kanchana does not sound irritated.
Vasch Sunday August 8th, 2004 9:00:01 AM
"Does anyone have an idea where this Floating City is at?" Vasch goes to Kenisha, "Did the dragon give you the information before it left? Heart-felt reunions aside, that is why we are on this mountain."
Kale d20+10=22 Sunday August 8th, 2004 2:44:06 PM
Kale will take about 5 minuets to search near the two dragon bodies. if he doesnt find anything interesting or if both of the dragons are dead, he'll quickly move back to the cave and tell the others what he found(search check of 22).
Zeoll d20+1=16 Sunday August 8th, 2004 8:00:23 PM
"Kenisha has a map that leads to an arrch that leads to safe haven forr the childrren, rright? Ourr firrst job is to escorrt them thrrough it to safety."
"Then we can rreturrn and discharrge whateverr debt we have to the gold drragon. Does that sound fairr?"
"But beforre that we have to make surre we arre not missing anything." Zeoll spends the time looking over the entire dragon lair. He searches high and low. He looks everywhere, even away from the sight of the Chosen. [His search check is 16, because he does not have the time to Take 20.]
Leets Monday August 9th, 2004 2:22:37 AM
"Vasch is right! We honored our part of the contract, and it wasn't an easy one...I hope the Gold is still alive to give us the info we are searching for..."
Gecktar Monday August 9th, 2004 2:23:33 AM
Gecktar will use this quiet time to check the Chosen health, possibly healing them if needed...
Brahmah Monday August 9th, 2004 3:21:17 AM
Looking at Flat-top, Brahmah says, "Nah, Kale's taking care of that." The minotaur grimaces, knowing exactly what's going to happen.
Ingores Kanchana, for the moment.
He peers at Leets with a bit of a scowl.
Looks at Zeoll and shakes his horned head.
Then he looks back at Kanchana. "I swore, on MY HONOR, that one way or another the village would recieve this treasure, and by Domi, if hauling it is the only way to do it, I will alone. If it takes me months. If you want nothing to do with the village that's fine with me.
Somehow, though, I think that the town elders must know about the hoard prior to a herd of taurs strolling in and dropping it at there feet. "Oh here folks, the Gold Dragon that has kept you safe for so long is dead. Here's his gold hoard! Have a blast!" Remember the village the night the Children were born? Well, I can imagine the impression that little village might have, never having seen a taur. I personally don't feel like being burnt at the stake this week.
I'm sure this next point Leets will agree with. In any city, hamlet or village, there are corrupt individuals. I feel it best not to say ANYTHING to the leaders until I'm sure their decent people.
There are always other options. Sealing the cave and letting the hoard lie until we are sure the village can handle this influx of cash. We could set up a trust with a local moneylender as well, so that the town recieves limited payment monthly (or some sort of vouchers) so it wouldn't get out of hand. Though, they might be taxed horribly. I don't feel right about taking the Golds hoard someplace where it might be put to use against us or the church. If Martaeus got wind of this gold, dark clergy would be here like flies on Flat-top." He grins at the centaur to lighten the mood.
"Right now... I just want some sleep." He walks over to the gold heap and lays his head back as Rathiniag did. "Aw. Nice. Chosen, take an opportunity for the simple pleasures. Fall asleep in a dragon hoard." He's asleep.
Flat-top Monday August 9th, 2004 6:30:56 AM
Flat-top watches Brahmah relax, Has a smile on his face, Flat-top goes to a wall, leans on it andcloses his eyes "Brahmah! Stop Snoring! Girls wake me in the morning!" the falls asleep.
Vasch Monday August 9th, 2004 8:38:15 AM
"Let's just inform those in charge at the village and be done with it. They can come and get it when need arises." He says. "That guarentees the village receives it, we've fullfilled our pact and we can be on our way."
Vasch tries to sleep, but can't get comfortable in the dragon's lair. He spends the night cat-napping for 10-15 minutes at a time as he moves around the cavern. He does take the time in the night to go view the dragon corpses. After being sure they are both quite dead he will remove a large claw off the red and tuck it safely away.
A Little Rest and Relaxation. (DM Jim) Monday August 9th, 2004 11:24:20 PM
The Chosen in the cave talk over alittle of thier plans and what to do next. Kenisha is happy to spread out a small map that she has in her hands. It shows the location of the black arch that they need to get too and just a short hike from the path they must take is the village.
Meanwhile, Kale outside finds that through careful observation that the two dragons are indeed very much expired. It would seem that the gold was able to make good his promise to do what he could but it cost him dearly. This is something that some of the other Chosen had already had figured out earlier.
Searching the cave of the gold over, Zeoll is able to find several little trinkets and lots of coins...all of which is part of the gold's horde.
If anyone wakes up during their rest time they will find Vasch is missing from the cave. Kale will have also returned to report to Brahmah but decides to wait a little for everyone to rest up some.
[Vasch - Be aware that anything you take from the mother red will only be good for a trophy. She was not your enemy persay, but you could travel the extra distance to find the babies.]
Brahmah Tuesday August 10th, 2004 12:24:38 AM
Brahmah rests, fully aware he needs to wake soon enough to make some distance between them and the dragons.
He wakes some hours later and looks at the Gold's hoard. "If anyone has taken a keepsake from this Gold's hoard, I'd like them to return it." Not accusing, just informing in an authoritive voice. "The wand of fire resistance should also be returned, I think."
Leets Tuesday August 10th, 2004 2:08:58 AM
The Centaur paladin feels sad for the Gold Dragon...
"There are so few on the Wold, and this one disapeared almost before us...I wish we could have done something...If we had more time I would have stayed here for a little bit longer, to keep an eye on the villagers. They have to be good folk if Rythyniag used to protect them..."
Gecktar Tuesday August 10th, 2004 2:11:31 AM
"I'll pray for the sould of Rythyniag...He fought bravely and his purpose was noble...Maybe Domi will meet a gold dragon tonight..."
Flat-top Tuesday August 10th, 2004 8:24:34 AM
"ZZZZZ! Snort!" Flat-top rubs his nose (once or twice) then drop off into a deep sleep again. "ZZZZZ"
Vasch Tuesday August 10th, 2004 9:45:12 AM
Vasch returns to the cave after getting the claw. By now it's close to morning, and he decides to try again to get some sleep. Before finding a place to rest, he goes a takes a look at the little ones.
Tomi, may we all someday know a child's peace.
[OOC: I wasn't thinking totem bag for the claw. I was thinking of a cool magic item for later. A flaming dagger made from a large dragon's claw. Now I know it's a trophy, but that's what I had in mind.]
Kale Tuesday August 10th, 2004 9:52:59 AM
"Why leave the gold's treasure here?" Kale asks Brahmah. "He certainly doesnt need it. Did he tell you not to take it if he died?"
Zeoll Tuesday August 10th, 2004 11:58:55 AM
Zeoll realizes that he is very tired too. He rests with the others.
Upon waking, he prepares spells and wonders what path Brahmah will pick. He asks if the group will bring the children and mothers to the arch first, or deliver the hoard to the town first.
[Considering that the four-footed Taurs can carry 600 to 1200 pounds on a heavy load -- minotaurs carry one third that -- what percent of the hoard can the group move per trip?]
Zeoll's druid spells:
Level 0: Guidance x2, Cure Minor Wounds x2 Level 1: Obscuring Mist, Cure Light Wounds, Produce Flame
Kanchana d20+7=27 d20+3=22 d20+4=18 Tuesday August 10th, 2004 7:03:23 PM
Kanchana will fitfully get some sleep and then pray to Mother Wold for guidance and assistence later. If she has any time then she will contemplate the mysterious sword that she picked up in the red dragon's lair. Kanchana recognizes that it must have some sort of importance otherwise Mother Wold wouldn't have had her pick it up.
Kanchana does not agree with carrying any of the gold down to the village. She would rather opt for informing the village council of the dragon hoard's where-abouts and leaving them to figure out the details and logistics.
Kanchana would have placed the borrowed wand of fire resistence back with Rythiniag's treasure before getting any sleep.
(Contemplating the mysterious sword: Spellcraft 27, Int check 22, Wis check 18)
The Following Morning. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 11th, 2004 1:27:24 AM
Everyone is up the next morning a little stiffer than they would have liked but feeling better. A quick decision is made about the treasure it would seem and they have a plan.
Kanchana spends some time early after her nature contemplation to look over the sword that she picked up. It is a well made sword that seems to be of excellent quality. It does appear to be of a different material than most of the swords and would most likely fall into the longsword category.
The children are up early as well and running around the cave. While the grown-ups talk they take time stacking coins and making buildings with them. Soon they have alittle village made out of the pretty coins.
Brahmah Wednesday August 11th, 2004 6:37:57 AM
Brahmah scowls at Kale. "You know better than to ask that. He was a law abiding creature and I gave him my word of Honor. He said take what we like from the Red's Hoard, but make sure the village gets his ENTIRE treasure. It's tempting I know."
"We'll hike into the village, tell the elders of the treasure and then make for the Black Arch a short ways away."
Then he notices the coin village the Children have made. "Domisha, that is wonderful! Where did you see that town?" Thinking that Domi is speaking through the kids.
Flat-top Wednesday August 11th, 2004 8:44:33 AM
Flat-top wakes up when the children are making noise by singing and running around playing. He tells Kenisha and Vort, "Gosh! How I missed that noise."
He escorts the mothers to the meeting. and listens to all the plans. But the last word as to what they do, will come from Brahmah.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday August 11th, 2004 9:19:54 AM
Paw'caw comes down from the loft were she nested, land on the pile of gold coins. She start to rub herself onto the gold coins, as if she was trying to clean herself.
She don't mind Managram, but she would like to swip the little weasel of Kanchana's. But to please Brahmah she leaves the little thief alone.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday August 11th, 2004 9:28:25 AM
Managram runs and plays with the children, licking their faces(because they were alway smeard whit left over food). He spots Ilder around the gold coins. Managram goes and licks the weasel, then he's off to play with the children again.
Ilder(ceil) Wednesday August 11th, 2004 9:46:41 AM
Ilder Peeks out of the cozy pouch of his, and while Kanchana was asleep, he made his way to the Gold's Treasure. Once there he tunnels in all those coins. He even tunnels to the children, pops his head up, sniffs them.
Then takes off to go to his pouch,But Managram stop him and licks his face. Ilder is so suprised that he cherp at the dog, with a wet face he pick up his coin and ran to Kanshana's side 'Cherrp! Click!' (as if to say HE(Managram) tried to bite me!)
Zeoll the Bard d20+6=26 d20+5=24 Wednesday August 11th, 2004 10:06:17 AM
Zeoll takes a look at Kanchana's strange sword. The liontaur prays to Domi for help, then he examines it, if she does not mind, and tries to see if it triggers any story or song he might have heard.
[Casting Guidance and then using Bardic Lore: Holy Smokes! a 26! Rolled a 20!]
The bard also looks over the village created by the kids and tries to remember whether it reminds him of any place in the Wold.
[Regular Bardic Lore: 24! Wow! Zeoll is on a roll!]
On the way to the village, Zeoll wants to look at the place the dragons fell. As he looks upon the ruins, he remarks to Kanchana, "You know, I have hearrd that some drruids wearr arrmorr crrafted frrom drragon hide -- even banded and plate arrmorr. That's too heavy forr me, but you might be interrested."
Kale Wednesday August 11th, 2004 10:38:14 AM
Kale shruggs at Brahmah response and says "Thats fine. Remember, I never met the gold dragon. I dont know what kind of deals you worked out with him." then Kale goes over and looks at the golden village with longing.
Leets Wednesday August 11th, 2004 10:41:04 AM
"Managarm! Don't annoy Kanchana's friend! You're much bigger than her and you could hurt her while playing!"
Leets checks his equipment and his wounds, and walks to Brahmah.
"If you need another Centaur to carry the treasure to the village, I'm yours captain!"
Flat-top Wednesday August 11th, 2004 2:48:49 PM
"I bet I can carry more treasure than you Leets." Flat-top smiles at Leets. But where are we going to get saddle bags or sacks to put all this stuff in??"
Vasch Wednesday August 11th, 2004 5:01:44 PM
"We should go to the arch first. Put the children and their mothers through first and then I'll help take the treasure where ever the villagers want."
Kanchana d20+4=13 d20+1=12 Wednesday August 11th, 2004 5:39:18 PM
The druidess scoops up Ilder. She listens carefully to what the weasel is trying to tell her (wild empathy 13). "I think he was probably trying to give you a snuggle Ilder. Perhaps Managarm was a bit clumsy though because he is accustomed to dealing with only Taurs." She thinks about this and then adds absently, "of course he could just be tasting you." The she-wemic looks at Managarm with growing curiousity. She will gently pet the weasel until he feels safe again, and calm.
Kanchana will happily let Zeoll look over the sword she is carrying. She will gladly welcome any insights he might have about it. "I have no idea why I picked it up, I guess that Mother Wold wanted me to have it for some reason. Odd she would lead me to a weapon." Kanchana watches Zeoll try and figure out the sword. "Is it something that you have seen before? Or heard of?"
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(Diplomacy 12) "Has it occured to you that the arch might close after the children have travelled through leaving us here?" Kanchana asks softly. "We only need to tell the village council where Rythiniag's hoarde is and then leave with Kenisha, Vrurt and the children." Kanchana's voice is not patronizing or reflecting any ill-will towards anyone. "Our duty first and foremost is to the children; not to be pack-animals." Kanchana looks concerned. "If we are to send the children ahead first then I would rather go with them than waste my time hauling gold. What ever you all wish to do is of course your business." Kanchana smiles a little. "Personally I think that Brahmah's idea has some merit." Could that be because it was what Kanchana wanted to do in the first place?
(wild empathy 13, Diplomacy 12)
Leaving and Findings. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 11th, 2004 9:46:52 PM
Zeoll looks over the sword as Kanchana hands it to him. The sword set his mind off on a legend that he heard a long time ago of swords made out a special material. It was used in one of the wars between the fays to be exact, a metal known as cold iron. The blade, hilt and guard is all done in a leaf pattern but not ornamental really. The sword is a large version of a longsword, specifically designed for a taur or large creature in mind. The village does not spark anything for him and it would appear that the kids are just building to have fun.
There is still some discussion about what to do first but it seems that most want to tell the village of the dragon's death and let them deal with it. A good point is brought up about the arch may only allow the children and mothers through if they do not all go through at once.
As the party leaves the cave to head out on thier way to the arch and village, poor Zeoll finds that they are heading down the mountain and he will not see the dragons. Down the mountain a good piece they come across a path that they had noticed earlier and they follow it as the map details.
The group has been moving several hours and making rather good time. They may reach the diverging path to the village by supper time. It is currently drawing near noon.
Leets Thursday August 12th, 2004 2:26:24 AM
The Centaur paladin, as he looks after Managarm, notice Kanchana's new wsword and hears Zeoll's comments about it.
"Oh! It comes from the Fay Wars?!? But how did it arrive here? My mother often told me about those legendary wars...I wonder who was carrying this sword..."
"Well...Wherever we go, I'm ready captain!"
Gecktar Thursday August 12th, 2004 2:29:37 AM
Gecktar, as he said eralier, found a quiet place in a dark corner of the cave, and prays for the sould of the Gold Dragon Rythyniag...
"May Domi welcome you, Rythyniag!"
Once his prayer is over, Gectar also gathers his gear, and joins the group...
Brahmah Thursday August 12th, 2004 2:59:13 AM
"Village then the arch."
Kale Thursday August 12th, 2004 7:19:28 AM
"I never promised not to take any of the treasure." Kale mutters to himself as he prepares to leave. "Im sure they wouldnt miss a few things...."
Flat-top Thursday August 12th, 2004 7:48:21 AM
Flat-top sees that Zeoll talking to Kanchana, he feel a little beside himself, So he'll go over to her and ask "Hello Zeoll! Kanchana the children want some food, they seem to be hungry again. Is there a patch of berries some where around here?
OH! What that sword in your hand?? looks beautiful, where did you find it?" then is suprised when Leets tell him about the A Fay Sword, he tell Kanchana "Kitten, you hold on to that sword, because I belive in Omans."
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday August 12th, 2004 7:58:06 AM
Paw'caw who in on her master's shoulder, hear the Children asking for food. She takes to the air (without her masters orders) and flies down the mountain a little ways.
She comes back in a few moments later, droping two fresh water Trout at the feet of the mothers. Paw'caw head fot brahmah shoulder.
Managram(ceil) Thursday August 12th, 2004 8:05:55 AM
Managram fells as if he did something wrong, so he hunts for yellow pine cones. He come back to Kanchana's feet with two pine cone in his mouth. Waiting for Ilder to come out of his pouch.
Ilder(ceil) Thursday August 12th, 2004 8:19:02 AM
Ilder pop his head out of his cozy home, he sees that Mother is talking to Zeoll, Leets and Flat-top about a thingie in her hand. He sniffs at it, Now he knows it's not food, But look that dog is back with food in his mouth, maybe he can steal them while dog is looking at the thingie in mother's hands. So down he goes and takes the food away from the dog, turns to go back into his pouch. But Managram put a paw on the little weasel (not to hurt him) but to hold him as the dog washes the face of this weasel.
Ilder schreehes again "EEEk! He's hurting me again EEEEk!"
Vasch Thursday August 12th, 2004 4:15:39 PM
Vasch doesn't say anything as the Chosen travel. He thinks of the children being safe.
Zeoll d20+11=27 Thursday August 12th, 2004 6:24:05 PM
The liontaur is not worried. "If a gold drragon thought so highly of this village, they must be folk of good hearrt. Arre they Taurrs, these villagerrs?"
"Eitherr way, let me go firrst singing, and they will know frrom my song that we come with peace and open hands."
If the group gets to the village now, then Zeoll will go first. As they approach, he beats his fine drum and sings, in common and Taur, of friendship with the people of the gold dragon, and of notable tidings. [Perform check 27]
Moving on With Problems. (DM Jim) Thursday August 12th, 2004 10:18:04 PM
The group continues to move on for some time till the children drop to the ground and start pouting. It seems that they are upset about something. Just as someone is about to ask they both burst out cryiing and complaining about being hungry.
It would seem that they expect to have some lunch even if the grownups want to continue on.
Vasch Friday August 13th, 2004 2:54:35 PM
Vasch almost misses the sounds of the children having their tantrums, but soon he hears the cries for rest. He cannot help but chuckle to himself at their ravings.
"I suppose a rest would not be a bad idea." He says and says little ease during meal break.
Flat-top Friday August 13th, 2004 7:29:51 PM
Flat-top tells the children "Don't worry Uncle Flat-top will get you something to eatt, See what Paw'caw brought you, two nice fish."
To the mothers "I'm going to get some salads green and berries. I'll be right back!"
To Brahmah "The children are tired and hungry. I'm going to find some berries for them. Then I'll carry them on my bach the rest of the way OK? Captain?"
To Kanchana "Come Kitten! help me find some berries and something to make a salad. The children are getting very hungry and tired."
Brahmah Friday August 13th, 2004 9:05:27 PM
Brahmah sort of scowls at the childrens whining, not from the their intent, but because of the high pitched squeal Domi used. "Yes, yes, okay. Food. Anyone have any? Oh, wait, I have some oranges I think. Maybe even an old apple." He digs around inside his pack. "Eew! Um, the oranges are fine, but the apples seen better days." He offers up the old wrinkled apple to Ilder. And an orange to each Chosen who wants one.
Zeoll Friday August 13th, 2004 9:17:48 PM
Zeoll looks at the kids and blinks. It has been years since he dealt with young ones.
He pauses for a lunch break with the group, and he prepares to lead the group into the village, so long as Brahmah does not object.
[Hoping to still use the Perform 27 check from yesterday rolled to lead the group in singing and drumming a friendship song.]
Kale Saturday August 14th, 2004 11:02:41 AM
Kale just rolls his eyes at the complaining kids and pulls out his pipe and begins to smoke, blowing smoke at any kid that comes near him.
Kanchana d20+15=33 d20+5=9 d20+12=17 d20+12=31 d20+3=9 d20+3=13 Saturday August 14th, 2004 3:40:55 PM
Kanchana slowly grins, "I believe in some omens, and I firmly believe that the Great Mother meant for me to take this particular sword - even though it is not among my favored weapons."
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Kanchana moves along the path with the others. She is always looking for new and interesting plants and such. She absolutely knows what to look for as food sources for the children, but her weary eyes seem to fail to spot any useful plants (including berry-yielding plants). Kanchana takes an opportunity to explain to anyone else looking for food for the children what the best plants and berries look like. She will inspect any finds anyone else makes to see if they are what she described and whether or or the findings will be safe to eat. The druidess also looks for a source of water to get water to drink for everyone.
Kanchana completely ignores Kale's awful behaviour towards everyone; especially the children. She finds him to be rather disgusting. Not a "people-person" at all.
Brahmah Saturday August 14th, 2004 8:01:54 PM
Brahmah's head tilts as he looks over to Kanchana with curiousity and confusion. "You have favored weapons!?!" (;))
Brahmah finishes off his bottle of wine, out of sight of the children, a few oranges(finishing the bag) and his waterskin. He takes out his 3 days of rations and hands two days to the children's mothers and eats his final ration. He doesn't realize Kanchana is searching for food, he simply wants to continue onto the village. He then reaches into his pack for one of two remaining bags of meat for Pah'caw. He then feeds his bird and throws a scrap to Managarm.
Vasch Sunday August 15th, 2004 8:43:33 AM
Vasch eats quickly thinking they will be back on the road shortly...apparently he was wrong. He is finishing as he hears the sound of Kanchana's voice telling the children of edible things.
This is a bad time for a lesson on foods.
Realizing the futileness of any attempts to get things moving, Vasch follows Kale's lead and takes out his own pipe. He slowly draws in each puff on his pipe savoring the flavor of the pipe weed as he sighs.
The calm before the storm.
Ilder(ceil) Sunday August 15th, 2004 12:22:00 PM
Elder Takes the apple from the sreange Taur, Sniffs at it. *sniff* turns it this way and that way, Looks at MaMa-Kanchana tosee if she agrees that the apple is good to eat. Then Bite it. *chump* chew - chew, Thinking to himself 'Not like pine apple??'.
Paw'caw(ceil) Sunday August 15th, 2004 12:35:34 PM
Paw'caw Takes the meat from Brahmah, eating it in one gulp, BUT she none too happy when she see him give Managram HER food. So she lays a bird droping on the back of his armor.
Managram(ceil) Sunday August 15th, 2004 12:47:45 PM
Managram take the meat from Brahmah's hand, sits and eat the snack with great smacking of his lips. he sit , looks at the bird. With a gleem in his eyes, "He! He! I got the last snack of yours."
Leets Monday August 16th, 2004 2:47:48 AM
Leets searches in his backpack considering the kids, and finds the last piece of dried meat...
"Here is something young ones...You'll have to chew it for a while, but at least here is some meat..."
Gecktar Monday August 16th, 2004 2:51:24 AM
The Centaur priest listens at Kanchana.
"Well...I've been thinking about this sword thing, and I also think it is some ind of omen...But I would prefer to wait for a while before giving my opinion. Some wounds seem too recent to me..."
The Village. (DM Jim) Monday August 16th, 2004 4:57:25 PM
The group breaks out what little bits of food they have and the children are soon munching happily. The rest of the group breaks out and has a little lunch themselves.
A search turns up a source of fresh water that is more than drinkable. The edible items that are found seem to be not to the childrens likeings, onions and wild carrots.
Soon the group is on its way and when they come to the turn to the village they go ahead and make it. It is a little piece till they reach the village but you soon do.
The walls are made of large logs cut and dropped into the ground. It seems very defensible for most causes, but against a dragon it would be useless. The front gate is open and you see people moving around inside. The two guards look up as they hear the singing and their spears come to a ready position as they watch you approach. As you draw closer you notice that they are both minotaurs and this strikes you as sort of funny, well maybe.
Brahmah Monday August 16th, 2004 6:29:47 PM
Brahmah approaches the guards. "We are the Chosen of Domi. I'm Brahmah and I wish to have an audience with your village leaders. This is on behalf of the Gold Dragon Rathiniag, a message of sorts. We must speak directly to your council or mayor." He waits for a moment for a response. "Please, this is urgent, then we'll be on our way." Brahmah makes sure he's inbetween the Children and the taur guards, knowing what happened last time.
Flat-top Monday August 16th, 2004 7:27:54 PM
As Flat-top trots along with the unitaurs, the mothers and Kanchana, he tell the Little ones"Now children! you must eat your vegies, they are very good for you." They all follow the male folks down the path leading to the village.
When they come into sight of the village, Flat-top make the girls stop. "Wait for a few minuted!" he watches the open gate, but when the two Minotaurs Guards come out with spears in hand.
Flat-top tell the mothers "Girls Put the children on my back and if need be, we will run to the Black Portal. Kenisha you havd the map on how to get there? Then we will follow you."
Toros Monday August 16th, 2004 11:03:08 PM
OOC: Hi everyone, hope you are all well! Toros is back and will be properly posting soon.
Sorry to take time longer than expected.., ...our uncle passed away this monday...
Leets Tuesday August 17th, 2004 2:23:30 AM
OOC: sorry for your uncle...Glad to have you back among us...
IC:
Leets is more than surprised to see Minotaurs in such a place...
"For sure this is strange...I wonder why Rythyniag forgot to tell us about this...detail..."
Gecktar Tuesday August 17th, 2004 2:28:26 AM
Gecktar comes by Brahmah's side. He nods at the guards in the Minotaur's way, and will just stand, waiting for their answer...
Flat-top Tuesday August 17th, 2004 5:44:47 AM
OOC: Sorry to hear of the lost of you Uncle, BUT I did miss you.
Zeoll Tuesday August 17th, 2004 7:38:20 AM
Zeoll does not know why it is strange to see these minotaurs. "Arre we not in the Taurr Isles?" he wonders to himself.
He calls out to the minotaurs after Brahmah has his say ... "Hail and well met, fellow Taurrs!"
Kanchana Tuesday August 17th, 2004 8:52:57 AM
Kanchana hangs back in case the children need protection. She does not want to outright trust any Miontaurs that she doesn't know after what happened in the childrens' birth-village. She decides that a healthy distrust of strangers won't hurt her for awhile; at least until the children and their mothers are safe.
Vasch d20+9=16 Tuesday August 17th, 2004 11:32:23 AM
Vasch nerviously fingers his bow as they approach.
Let's hope they don't get much contact with the isles.
"Am I the only one who's hair is standing on end?"
[Spot DC16]
The Village
The Village Elder. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 17th, 2004 10:12:18 PM
The two minotaur guards lower their spears and the one nods in understanding. "We will summon the Elder right away." He turns to the other minotaur and signals him to go get the elder.
"There will be no need of that." A small man of only about four feet is walking in your direction. He is being supported by a girl of about fourteen as he slowly walks. He is an old man with just some gray hair left on his head. He comes to stop before the group as the guards take back to their positions, though they stay close enough to lend a hand. "You are The Chosen are you not...." He holds up his hands with a knowing smile as if you do not have to answer that question. He falls into a coughing fit as he doubles over slightly in pain. The girl is quick to support him and speaks lightly in his ear, to which he nods. The girl looks back up and smiles. "Please...come this way into the shade and some seats." She helps the older man back into the village and to a shaded area some ten feet in. You hear her speaking as she walks. "Granda...please you must be careful of your health." Anyone near her will notice several tears running down her face as the old man waves away her worry.
Getting her granda seated she turns to a couple of young woman nearby and catches thier attention. "Cool water and juice for our guests...some fresh fruit as well." She smiles once again openly to the group, waiting for them to either take a seat or move into the village.
The village is made up of a lot of houses that people are milling around going about their daily chores. You notice centaurs, several humans and even a minotuar tending to some fields. A group of liontaurs are seated by a fire telling stories it would seem and working on hunting gear. You even notice a couple of half-orcs and a drow elf in the village conversing with others.
Leets Wednesday August 18th, 2004 2:11:36 AM
The Centaur Paladin looks around him as the group enters the village.
"Kanchana...You were talking about omens...What do you you think abut this: Minotaurs, Liontaurs, Humans and Centaurs living together and protected by a gold dragon..."
"It's a pity we can't stay a little bit longer...We could probably learn one thing or two about the Taurs unification here..."
Gecktar Wednesday August 18th, 2004 2:13:25 AM
The Minotaur cleric makes one step forward as soon as the old one cough.
"Maybe I can help you...I can probably ease your illness and do something for your pain? May I?"
Brahmah Wednesday August 18th, 2004 3:11:34 AM
"Yes, we're the Chosen. I'm thier captain, Brahmah. We're sort of surprised that there are taurs here." He thinks for a minute, then returns to the plan.
He leans over to speak quietly into the venerable man's ear, "I didn't want to say this too loud, but sir, Rathiniag has died defending us and you village. A red dragon was living on his mountain and the Gold sent us to kill the four red wyrmlings, the red's kin. Rathiniag killed the Red in his final moments. Both are dead on the other side on the base of the mountain." He looks at the man. "I'm sorry."
Still whispering making sure the girl isn't listening, "Now, there is good news sir. He left his treasures up in his cave and he wanted us to tell you its for this village. Every coin remains for you and yours."
He stands, "Now we must be off. We're still in the middle of a mission." He looks toward the Children, then back at the man. "Rathiniag protected Domi's Children too." The minotaur is somewhat somber about the whole situation. "If that is all, we'd like to move along."
Surprisingly diplomatic, for Brahmah.
Flat-top Wednesday August 18th, 2004 8:37:16 AM
Flat-top tell the girls to take off his back, then gives this beautiful box to Kanchana telling her, "Hold the Heart!, if you see any kind of danger, take the children to the Portal! I'm going to stay behind all the others and stop anyone the tries to take the Children."
Flat-top take his bow in hand, watching and listening to what been said. He whispers (to what seem nobody around)"Kale! are you with me?"
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday August 18th, 2004 8:44:54 AM
Flies around in a circle in the sky. she then flies down and purch on Brahmah's shoulder. because she does not sence any danger, she ruffles her feather (to make herself bigger than she really is.) Look to Brahmah almost asking 'Who's the Old Taur' (to Paw'caw every body is a taur, weather they have two legs like her master or four legs like the rest of the party)
Zeoll Wednesday August 18th, 2004 8:54:45 AM
Zeoll follows Brahmah to the old human in the shade and sits down. He seems more at ease than usual, and enjoys taking in the sights of the village.
Managram(ceil) d20+5=12 d20+5=23 - d20+5=21 d20+5=13 Wednesday August 18th, 2004 8:54:56 AM
Managram will sniffs around in one spot, then 'pop' disapers, just to reapers *pop* in another spot of the village. He does this several times before commin g back to Leets side.
OOC Managram First thime He pop out are Listen 12 - spot 23, the rest of the times Listens 21 - spot 13.
Ilder(ceil) d20+5=22 d20+5=14 Wednesday August 18th, 2004 9:05:24 AM
Ilder on the other hand, since Kanchana has stop and not walking any more, will take a peek out of his pouch and look around. Just to see if there is any thing good to eat, that is Bright red or yellow is food to him.
Kanchana d20+12=17 Wednesday August 18th, 2004 7:36:45 PM
Kanchana follows the other Chosen and the old man. However she places herself between the other villagers and the children, simply put - if they want to get at the children they will have to go through her (among many others!). In stark contrast to Zeoll Kanchana seems more tense and wary than usual. She does observe the unexpected harmony between the different Taur race and the humans though.
The druidess gives Ilder one yellow pine cone from her haversack and a small strip of dried meat.
Kanchana will take the Heart from Flat-top after she has fed Ilder. She nods when Flat-top tells her his plan.
Quietly she answers Leets, "I do not know what to think of this yet. I was not expecting this, and it seems almost too good to be true. Perhaps we may return here one day?"
Kanchana assesses the old man's state of health trying to understand what is wrong with him (other than old age related things of course!).
(Heal check (health asessment) 17)
A Time of Fate and Decisions. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 18th, 2004 8:23:46 PM
The elder looks to Gecktar and shakes his head. "Unless you have a cure for old age...I fear I will not last more than a month more." He sits heavily on one of the seats as food and drink is brought forward and layed out. He listens as Brahmah steps in and talks to him personally. The young girl looks up and nods her head in silent understanding to her grandda and leaves. The elder smiles at his leaving granddaughter and shakes his head. "One so young to have to take my place." He sips from a mug that is handed to him as he looks over the group.
Shortly later the girl returns with a obviously pregnant woman in tow. As they stop near the group the woman steps forward and has tears in her eyes. "She tells me that Rythiniag is dead...is this true??" She seems almost in denial about it as she rubs her tummy. The young girl lays a hand on the woman's hand and squeezes it gently.
The elder shakes his head and lets The Chosen tell her the answer to her question as he looks to the group. "I believe that you should stay at least for an hour...I believe that one of you has a decision to make." His eyes turn to Vasch as he speaks and he nods his head. "A new calling of Domi." It appears that there is something going on here that the group did not realize.
Kale Wednesday August 18th, 2004 9:37:36 PM
Kale looks at Flat-Top for a moment and says, "No, I think im going to rest for a moment." then, hearing the eldar's pronouncement, Kale wanders off in search for a place to drink
Brahmah Wednesday August 18th, 2004 10:54:25 PM
The Chosen's leader turns with a curious, but understanding eye on Vasch. "Aw, I see. I fear that our paths may be different. We never stood on equal ground I feel." He shakes his head is disappointment, not in Vasch, but in himself.
He smiles, "Well, decisions have never really been hard for you to make friend. Do what Domi wills. I'll stand with you again one day, friend Vasch."
Brahmah grabs two drinks and hands one to Vasch. "Cheers." He toasts Vasch.
Leets Thursday August 19th, 2004 2:25:06 AM
Leets still looks around, really surprised to find so many Taurs elsewhere than on their island.
"For sure you speak wisely Kanchana! We'll have to come back later. And by the way, in those troubled time, it's good to know there is another Taur place we could go..."
"However, maybe we should be careful not to bring our own troubles in this peaceful place..."
Gecktar Thursday August 19th, 2004 2:27:14 AM
Gectar sadly says his goodbyes to Vasch.
"If Domi called you...There is nothing to discuss about. I was glad to work with you Vasch, and will be glad to do it again..."
"I know you follow Domi's way, although it is in your own manner. May Domi be with you..."
Flat-top Thursday August 19th, 2004 4:46:12 AM
Flat-top looks at Vasch with suprise, "I didn't know you had a calling. But if it's Domi's will, you have to do what ever it is He want of you. I'll miss you." Flat-top shakes his hand.
Then with a heave heart, Flat-top Yells at Kale "Kale! Wait up I want to find that quite place of yours." then galops after him.
Zeoll d20+11=28 Thursday August 19th, 2004 9:48:15 AM
Zeoll sees that no one else has answered the pregnant woman. He reaches into his kit and takes out his masterwork drum. He steps forward and bows to the grieving woman. As his fingers find a solemn rhythm, he sings,
Grreat Rrythiniag loved all this folk. He loved this town, and he loved you. He saw that dangerr thrreatened herre. He knew the evil drragon nearr Would harrm this place, would harrm you too. And so he took the final stroke.
This place he loved, forr you he carred, The grreatest rrisk forr you he darred.
So out went he, that drragon gold To slay the Rred and save this town. He joined in battle fierrce and prroud He killed the Rred, as he had vowed! He fought the thrreat and brrought it down. And then trriumphant, left this Wold.
So grrieve this grreat and noble soul Who died forr you and forr yourr foal.
Zeoll's lack of understanding of terms for human children is obvious in his use of "foal" for the unborn child! But his music, hopefully, makes up for the lack (Perform Check 28).
Vasch Thursday August 19th, 2004 10:18:14 AM
Vasch looks at the elder taur in somewhat disbelief. For what feels like minutes Vasch stares into the eyes of the elder. Slowly his head lowers as if in shame and nods it agreement.
"I have felt it. It has been no secret that since my resurrection I have felt, well, at odds with all of you. I apologize. I think that Tomi has placed another road before me which I and am compelled to walk."
He raises his head and stepping to Brahmah. He takes the stein, "Brahmah, I know that we have not always seen eye to eye on things, but I do believe you have the wisdom to guide the Chosen on the next path of their journey."
"Let's raise a drink to the courage and strength of Tomi. May you all find strength in battle and the courage to follow your heart."
"Yes, perhaps one day we will again raise a drink in the hallowed halls of the Hold."
Kanchana Thursday August 19th, 2004 4:19:30 PM
Kanchana is surprised to hear that Vasch is leaving them. She suddenly has a 'gnawing' feeling in her gut that they might just have done an unjustice to Vasch by bringing him back from the dead; she brushes that thought aside quickly. The druidess does not feel sorrow at Vasch leaving however, because she knows how it is with "higher duties". With their duty to inform the village elders of the gold et.al. she would rather be gone from here as fast as possible and through the arch. Waiting an hour is not what she wants to do right now. Too many "bad" things have occured around here; the memories will certainly not be pleasant ones. Kanchana does not say anything to anyone. If anyone wants her advice at this time they will probably ask, she will certainly not interfere with what Vasch must do. She assumes an air of calm neutrality.
A Time of Fate and Decisions. (DM Jim) Thursday August 19th, 2004 7:13:58 PM
The Elder simply nods in understanding with Vasch's decision and feeling. It was no small thing that he was being called to do, but this village could use him.
Kale and Flat-top wander off after a few minutes to find that the hunters welcome them to thier circle with mugs of spiced fruits drinks. It has a real kick to it and is actually a flavorful liquor. The group of liontaurs trade stories with the two as they sit and drink, though a lot of the time is spent in quiet contemplation.
Zeoll's song brings a slight smile to the woman's face as she closes her eyes and rubs her tummy gently. "Thanks you...our baby will grow up knowing valor." She turns slowly to regard the Elder and the soon to be Elder. Giving a bow of respect she moves off back into the village proper.
The Elder spends the rest of the time talking to the group and giving them an idea of the surrounding area. He is able to give you a good path that will lead to what it is that you seek. Though you have made no mention of what it is you go to, it seems he already knows. The young girl shows you to the gates when you are ready to leave as he grandda has fallen asleep in his chair.
Vasch stays behind to join the hunters and help in providing for the village. Maybe he has found a little peace till he is called to rejoin The Chosen.
Brahmah Thursday August 19th, 2004 10:25:40 PM
"We should be off now." He gathers his gear and prepares to move.
Zeoll Thursday August 19th, 2004 11:11:37 PM
Before he leaves, Zeoll asks the name of the village, the elder, and his grand-daughter. He bows and tells them that this village is an inspiration to all Taurs, and Zeoll hopes to return some day.
Then Zeoll follows the group to the Arch. He tries to make sure the children do not stray.
Leets Friday August 20th, 2004 2:22:23 AM
Leets sadly leaves the village, first because he liked the place, and also because Vasch is going to leave them too.
"I feel like times of great changes are about to occur Vasch my friend, if Domi needs his faithful Chosen everywhere in the Wold."
"Whatever happens, take care of you..."
Before entering the arch, Leets glances the landscape behind him.
"Thanks again, Rythyniag, for a great evil disapeared from the Wold thanks to you..."
Gecktar Friday August 20th, 2004 2:26:16 AM
Gecktar will pray and bless the village before the group leaves. Then he says bto Zeoll:
"I think your return will be a very good thing for the group: your song was welcome since I didn't really know what to say to this woman..."
Flat-top Friday August 20th, 2004 7:27:24 AM
Flat-top lift his mug "Here to a Honered Friend Gythyniag the Golden Dragon." He drinks the spiced drink, it crosses his eyes. He focuses on Kale disconected form "WoW! this drink is almost as good as the Green Gomish?? Come on Kale, let's join the others."
The Two (drinkers) Taurs rejoins the others, Flat-top will take back the box with the Heart. "Good-bye every body! I hope to come back here some day. OK! Girls! Let's go." But he turns back to take one last look at Varch, he mouth's the words'Good Luck'.
Kanchana Friday August 20th, 2004 8:00:21 AM
Kanchana privately disagrees with all the accolades being heaped on dead Rythiniag, but she will not openly speak ill of the dead and thus keeps quiet. She marvels at how easily they seem to forget that he did ask them to commit a heinous act in return for information; she doesn't see him as being completely good and laudable inspite of saving her life.
Kanchana does not let go of the box with the Heart of Domi in it when Flat-top goes to take it back from her.
"I think I will carry it for a bit. You have had a drink." She smiles sweetly, her words are not criticizing, nor do they sound that way.
"Farewell Friend Vasch, may Father Tomi always guide you on your way."
Kanchana heads off in the direction of the archway without so much as a backward glance. She holds the Heart securely against herself.
Kanchana speaks softly to Ilder as she walks off, "Ilder you need to stay safely deep in my belt-pouch for awhile. We are going to make a long journey by a means I am not entirely sure of. I do not want you getting lost."
Zeoll Friday August 20th, 2004 8:08:18 AM
Zeoll thanks Gecktar for his kind words. And he bids a warm farewell to Vasch.
He says, "The grroup has been on the go frrom the moment I arrrived. Boy, am I looking forrward to a chance to rrest a few days and look overr all this loot. Whew. Parrdon me while I take a breatherr."
The liontaur goes off by himself for five minutes before leaving.
Vasch Friday August 20th, 2004 10:01:54 AM
"Good luck, Chosen of Tomi." Vasch waves a half-hearted wave as they walk towards the Black Portal.
Kale Friday August 20th, 2004 10:49:06 AM
not showing any emotions at all, Kale leaves the village with the others. Taking his customary place at the front, Kale begins to lead everyone out.
Brahmah Friday August 20th, 2004 5:34:01 PM
Brahmah waves to the old man, Vasch and the girl, then takes a position in the middle of the group.
"..." The minotaur looks as if he's going to speak, then thinks best of it.
To the Black Arch and Beyond. (DM Jim) Saturday August 21st, 2004 12:14:26 AM
The Elder snores on as the group makes ready to leave and the girl simply shakes her head. She moves over to see the group off and smiles at Zeoll. "My village is named simply One...it is hoped that it will become a place for all races to come and live in harmony." She glances around at the villagers and smiles in satisfaction, most happy with its progress. "My Grandda is Ginil and my name is Sarine." She waves to The Chosen as they depart giving them a good farewell in the process.
It is a sad and happy time as the group moves away, now one less. The group moves fast along the path pointed out by the Elder. In fact it seems that they make better time in getting to the arch. You are there by supper time as the sun begins to sink low in the sky.
A large black arch stands before the group with strange writing cover every inch of it. The arch is large enough that a storm giant could stand in the middle of it and still have headroom. Kenisha turns to the group and inquires if they are ready to travel through or to stop and have a little meal first. The children are fast asleep, Melanin haveing hitched a ride on Brahmah's back and Domisha getting a ride on Flat-top.
[No Vasch did not take any of the treasure with him. It had not been divided as of yet and I am not going to worry about it now. Think of it as a parting gift to the group from him, as he knows you will have use for it.]
Brahmah Sunday August 22nd, 2004 3:35:50 AM
"Kenisha, should we wake them? I mean look, their so cute asleep like that." But, he defers to the parents and sits for another meal.
"Didn't Rythiniag say it was a one way trip? No return trips?" As he brings up that point, he looks back at the mountain and the village. "I like it here. Peaceful. I think Vasch has a place here."
Zeoll d20+5=21 Sunday August 22nd, 2004 8:25:03 AM
Zeoll thanks Sarine and tells her he hopes to return to this wonderful village again some day. "Yourr community is an inspirration. May Tomi and all the gods bless and prrotect you all!"
At the Arch, Zeoll tries to recall if he ever heard of such a thing as this before in any of his lore. [Bardic Lore check 21! woot!]
Flat-top Sunday August 22nd, 2004 10:59:22 AM
Flat-top Look back to Domisha, the to Kenisha "She's sleeping so peacefully, you can leave her on my back, She's not so heavy but she's getting there!" He said with pride. To Brahmah, he answers, "I don't remember if he did or not. And your right, Domi just showed us Just what he had in mind. where Taurs can live side by side with Human, Elves and even Dwaves."
Toros Sunday August 22nd, 2004 10:58:09 PM
Toros has also been amazed with the "One", which shows a real utopia that the Chosen chases after. He respects Vasch's destiny to stay behind here.
OOC: Thank you for your understanding and sharing comments, I guess I have returned to my regular life :-)
Kanchana Monday August 23rd, 2004 6:44:29 AM
Kanchana studies the arch suspiciously. "I think we should let the cubs sleep. We have no idea how it will be to travel via this archway; for all we know it could be worst than sailing," the she-wemic adds with conviction. Kanchana holds the Heart closely against her. She eats sparingly from an already light meal just in case the journey is as gut-wrenching as she fears it might be. The druidess concludes to herself that she can always eat a bit more on the other side.
Kale Monday August 23rd, 2004 9:58:28 AM
"We're stopping again?" Kale asks, fustration clearly in his voice. then he sits by the arch and mutters "This happens when you have to drag childern with you."
Gecktar d20+4=23 Monday August 23rd, 2004 12:21:29 PM
(OOC : Hello everybody, I'm back for new adventures. Thanks to Ceil for playing Gecktar)
Gecktar stops before the dark arch. He studies it for a moment (Knowledge arcana 23) to find how it may work. Maybe just crossing it will transport you somewhere else ?
Flat-top Monday August 23rd, 2004 4:50:21 PM
Flat-top who is carrying Domisha, tell the others "I'm with Kanchana, let the little one sleep." He advance to the arc, looking inside, trying to see anything. "Captain! Are we going now Kale is pouting again. He want to carry one of the babies!" But to Kale he speaks softly "Batchelor!"
The Black Arch. (DM Jim) Monday August 23rd, 2004 10:13:23 PM
The group takes the time to catch a small supper before they move on. Kenisha sits down by Brahmah and speaks to him of the arch and the trip. "Rythiniag said that the trip would be painless but maybe a little disorienting. As far as the rest...I have to touch several of the marks on the arch and it will light up and we can go through." With a look to the othes she nods her head and sighs. "It is a one way trip."
Zeoll remembers tales of a black arch in many of his readings, but most of them are obscure. Supposedly they lead you to a destination that the user touches into the arch. There is one that leads to Big Float but there are other, but as for where that is a mystery.
Gecktar is unsure as to how exactly the arch works till Kenisha give them the clue. He notices all the runes around the arch, but they are all in high woldian.
After a short time has passed the children wake up, stretching and yawning as they look around. They play for a little while, running through the arch but it does nothing. They soon settle down as they look to the adults for some sign of what to do.
Brahmah Tuesday August 24th, 2004 12:16:12 AM
Brahmah has knowledge of High Woldian script, the ancient tongue, so he recognizes most symbols right away.
[OOC: Did everyone else have the same Stargate flash back?! ;)]
Leets Tuesday August 24th, 2004 2:15:26 AM
Leets will use this time of peace to play with his dog and maybe the Children. He will also explain them:
"See, the arch seems to be some kind of ancient artefact. We musn't forget that other Taurs walked the Wold before us, and left us a lot of treasures. There were also humans, and other races, like the orcs we met, but there are many others..."
Gecktar Tuesday August 24th, 2004 2:16:50 AM
The Minotaur priest will walk around the arch, trying to decipher the scriptures on it (I don't have Gecktar's sheet...I don't know if he knows High Woldian...)
Kanchana Tuesday August 24th, 2004 4:14:15 AM
Kanchana waits for Kenisha to open the portal.
((OOC: Yes Jay I certainly seem to have had the same Stargate flash back as you did. :D ))
Flat-top Tuesday August 24th, 2004 6:57:36 AM
Flat-top stands guard, watching out for danger but most of all watching the children at play. He does ask his old friend Kale "What's this High Woldian? that every body is talking about? I don't like the color of those arches? Reminds me of evil. They give me the hebee gibies. What do you make of all this, Kale?"
Zeoll Tuesday August 24th, 2004 9:45:27 AM
Zeoll listens in amazement. "It's a one-way trrip? Therre is no rreturrn? Maybe it leads to some unknown place called the Big Float?"
Zeoll stands for a minute in confusion, stepping from foot to foot to foot to foot like a young cub who has to pee.
Then he can hold it in no longer. "This is crrazy!" he shouts. "I can't believe it! We agrree to kill a gold drragon's enemy's childrren in exchange forr a one way trrip frrom which we will neverr rreturrn?!"
He paces back and forth for another moment, then breaks out in another roaring rant -- "Werre we all going to go thrrough this black gate, to abandon Domi's sacrred mission and leave ourr beloved Taurr Isles forreverr? Orr werre we going to send ourr motherrs and childrren alone, unprrotected, to an alien place and neverr see them again?!"
Zeoll sits down and puts his hands deep in his mane. He spends a minute yanking hard at the roots. He is obviously trying to control his emotions.
When he regains his composure, he walks over to Brahmah, and bows low. "Brrahmah, Captain," he says in a low voice, "I have been confused since I rreturrned frrom the dead. I know you only hold the best interrests of all Taurrs in yourr hearrt. Please, please explain how I have got it all wrrong."
He pauses, and then adds, "Orr if I am not wrrong, then let us flee frrom herre, now, and go home. I rrememberr the frriendly drruids who serrved Tomi on Centaurr Isle. Surrely they will give us aid and prrotect ourr young. Then we can gatherr a base of rright-minded Taurrs, rrecapturre Hearrthold Keep, and defeat the misguided Taurrs who deny Imod's will."
Brahmah Tuesday August 24th, 2004 10:37:57 AM
The Captain grins at Zeoll. He places a hand on his friends shoulder to help calm him and stop his pacing. "Zeoll, first off, we're not on the Isles anymore.
Second you know some of us better than that to say we have abandoned Domi's quest. In fact, this is the only way to the Big Float that was within our meager means. The Gold just gave a way to earn this.
Lastly, the Float is where we are to meet a lady who is to take care of the Children and the mothers. We're still on our Quest.
Oh, and one last thing, we have, more or less been exiled from the Taur Isles and can't return anytime soon. Hearthold was under seige last we left it."
The minotaur ranger just looks at the wemic and gives it time sink in.
Kale Tuesday August 24th, 2004 10:56:14 AM
"I really dont know much about the arch. Kale says to Flat-Top. "Hopefully Kenisha knows what she's doing."
Kanchana Tuesday August 24th, 2004 6:08:25 PM
Kanchana listens to what Zeoll says while watching Kenisha and others work with the archway. "I said that it was a bad deal," she remarks just loud enough to give the words sound; and to no one in particular, but not loud enough for anyone to clearly hear what she just said. Absently she shifts the case containing the Heart of Domi to her other arm and tries to shrug the odd sword she somehow picked up into a better position.
The Swirling Vortex. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 24th, 2004 9:48:06 PM
Having spent some time resting and getting a bite to eat the group ponders over their destination.
Kenisha moves forward to the arch and looks it over before touching a symbol. It lights up and she moves on to the next one. Soon she has eight different high woldian letters lite up in a fiery red. To your amazement the arch is soon filled with a swirling vortex of blue light, that almost appears to be water. Kenisha steps back and nods her head at the light. "This will lead us to The Floating City...Rythiniag mentioned that we may find help there or be stuck." She laughs lightly as she takes her childs hand and they walk through the vortex.
Vrurt looks around to the rest and just shrugs as she scoops up Melamin. "I would rather chance it there than here." She quickly steps through as if afraid the portal will close on her before she can get in.
A time of decision has come for The Chosen. To follow along as the mothers and children go through or stay and see what happens here?
[Could not resist the Stargate thing. :)]
Toros Tuesday August 24th, 2004 9:49:51 PM
"If we need to go through this arch, then we need to go", thinks Toros, keeping his thoughts only to himself yet. He is ready to accept fate as it is, especially after the recent happenings... He silently watches all the happening
Brahmah Tuesday August 24th, 2004 10:21:08 PM
Brahmah stays with the Children, feeling that his current Quest isn't over until they are safe.
If some Chosen stay, he'll understand.
Zeoll Tuesday August 24th, 2004 11:50:55 PM
The news that the Chosen are in exile hits Zeoll hard. "If I had come back sooner ... " he murmurs in his native wemic tongue, "maybe things would have been different ..."
He watches intently as Kenisha activates the gate. He memorizes the sequence so that he will know how to open the gate himself.
Zeoll concentrates intently as he burns the ancient symbols into his memory, following his training as a bard to keep details in his head.
He sways like a drunk as the mothers and children pass through, followed by Brahmah.
He switches back to Tauric, which all understand.
"This village, called One, is like a beacon to me. In it all Taurrs live as one community, in the trrue way that Domi taught us. Maybe we could use this place as a base from which to grrow strrong."
He calls after Kenisha, not knowing if she can hear him through the gate. "Can passerrs-thrrough rreturn back if someone is herre on this side to open the gate forr them?"
Speaking to the Chosen that remain, Zeoll says, "It brreaks my hearrt to go even farrtherr frrom ourr home, to a place frrom which we may neverr rreturrn. If Brrahmah had commanded us to enterr, I would have followed him. But he did not, and I do not know if I can do this."
"Will anyone else choose to stay? We can open the gate frrom time to time, and maybe those who passed thrrough will be able to rreturrn then?"
"I will wait, and see if any otherr Chosen will stay. If I am alone, I will be the last to pass thrrough."
Leets Wednesday August 25th, 2004 2:45:18 AM
A veil of sadness comes upon the paladin's eyes as Zeoll talks about the Chosen exile.
"Zeoll my friend, I can tell you we tried all we could before we were forced to leave...We were mainly lacking time to study the ancient scriptures, and I hope we'll have all the time we need once in this cosmopolitan place the Floating City is."
"And as you already guessed it, your help as a bard will be gladly welcome!"
Gecktar Wednesday August 25th, 2004 3:08:03 AM
Gecktar is not sure about the way to take. He first think that only children and thier mother should take the one way gate. He feels that there is much thing to do here.
But the Chosen must stay together, he is convinced of that. And if they take the wrong path he is sure that Domi will show them the way back.
"Dear Zeol, I first intend to stay here and not cross the gate, but there is one link stronger than every other. I our quest in the name of Domi, the Chosen should stay together."
"I will take the gate, but only if each of you tell me that you will not stay here on the other side."
Then Gecktar waits for the decision of the other Chosen. He will cross the gate thereafter, when he is sure that they will all cross it too.
Kanchana Wednesday August 25th, 2004 4:05:04 AM
Kanchana looks ill at ease, but it is not the thought of travelling throught the gate that is causing it.
"Sometimes you people really make my head hurt," she huffs, "there was no real hesitation to accept the task of hunting the dragon cubs; except from me..." Kanchana sounds more than a little confused at the appearent hesitation in some of the Chosen.
"Now we have a choice to stay with the cubs and guard them like Father Tomi said to or to stay, and you waver and balk now??"
"Forgive me but I do not understand why anyone would have this problem with this choice - there isn't really one," Kanchana looks at Zeoll will sincere sympathy, "Zeoll leaving the Isles was not a pleasant thing. It was the overwhelming hatred of the cubs from the upper hierarchy of clergy that drove us away into exile. They wanted to murder the cubs." [Kanchana pauses here for the others to hopefully draw a parallell to the murder of the dragon cubs] "We were commanded to protect His cubs. I didn't think on the fact that you weren't there to hear the words from the clergy themselves." The druidess offers a small smile of encouragement to Zeoll, "come with me through the gateway. Our duty lies with Father Tomi and the cubs. We can get maps at the city I am certain, and from those we can find our way back here or to the Isles. Also Father and Mother will guide us as always."
Kanchana makes ready to enter the gate, and hopes that both Zeoll and Gecktar will follow her. If they do not then she will leave through the archway no matter what.
Zeoll Wednesday August 25th, 2004 6:21:50 AM
Kanchana's words offer the solution to his dilemma that Zeoll needs. "Tomi told us to prrotect the cubs? Well, why didn't anybody say so beforre now? We trruly have no choice, then. Come Gecktarr, let us pass thrrough togetherr."
"Thank you," he tells Kanchana.
Flat-top Wednesday August 25th, 2004 8:08:48 AM
Flat-top watches the little ones and their mother go through the vortex with out fear, then wonders as to why he is still standing here when he is needed there. To the rest of them standing behind him, he tell them "What am I doing here? When I'm needed there!" Flat-top approches the Vortex and jumps in...
Kale Wednesday August 25th, 2004 10:44:09 AM
"There is too much talking and debating going on." Kale says as he enters the arch portal.
Brahmah Wednesday August 25th, 2004 4:45:44 PM
The frequently tough minotaur nearly faint as his passes into the vortex. He wobbles a bit standing on the other side.
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday August 25th, 2004 7:49:51 PM
Paw'caw watches the taurs talk, then the mothers with the children, Flat-top follow the females, BUT then her master approches the portal then enters*Schreeeeches. then follows through the shiny thing with out effort.
One Way
The Other Side. (DM Jim) Wednesday August 25th, 2004 11:26:49 PM
Those that chose to go right away find themselves in a deadend alleyway that leads out onto the streets. It is busy ahead with many people passing by, but most evident is the body of a centaur blocking the alleyway. The alleyway is only big enough for you to advance one by one.
Those that stayed on the otherside for a few will notice that the redness of the high woldian letters is starting to fade and the portal shimmer. You also notice that the letters seem to change places on the portal as if rewriting the code for its use.
[Dominic - This is your chance to make a big splash with the group. Have fun.]
Brahmah d20+4=21 Thursday August 26th, 2004 1:18:33 AM
Brahmah steps forward and attempts to determine whether this taur is waiting or just someone who watched the Chosen enter.
(Sense Motive versus centaurs, 21)
Leets Thursday August 26th, 2004 2:07:29 AM
"Last time I used a portal, it was to face Marteaus' legions...I hope we'll be welcome this time..."
"Come on Managarm! Let's go!"
Leets jumps through the gate...
...Once on the other side, just after Brahmah, he keeps ready for an ambush, and when they both see the Centaur blocking the way, the paladin tries to detect evil in the soul of the new one.
Gecktar Thursday August 26th, 2004 2:39:43 AM
Now he is certain that everybody will cross the gate, Gecktar jump through.
Arriving on the other side, Gecktar is surprised that the other end of the portal leads to a place not isolated...
This makes him think about stories of cities on other planes that are focus of many gates.
Toros d20=13 Thursday August 26th, 2004 3:21:19 AM
Toros will move to the other side, stepping forward with his right foot, which comes from an old belief for good luck. He will try to make sense of what is going on around and be a bit wiser than his usual (wisdom check, 13+2=15)
Strange Centaur.... Thursday August 26th, 2004 3:47:27 AM
Standing just a head of you blocking the alley is a centaur with a dark grey coat that has black splotches on his hind quarters. You see wht you think is a chain of some sort on his right side. With surprise and a little shock on his face he is looking from the mothers and children to the others that have just come through the portal.
After a few moments of silence he says hesitantly in tauric "You are the ones known as the Chosen." A couple of moments later with a more confidant voice he says "My name is Solgrin , I had been informed that there was more of you coming."
Flat-top Thursday August 26th, 2004 5:34:00 AM
Flat-top has not taken the trip very well, his stumack is up set. As the others enter this ally Flat-top has his head in a trash can, hurling up his apples (Remember he had eaten Two apples). When Brahmah bumps into him, them Leets and his dog Managran, followed by Gecktar, Not to be left out Toros.
With his hind end to the opening of the alley, Flat-top hears a voice?? he takes his head out of the trash can and wips his face with his sleves, turn to the voice, greets him with the only thing he can think of "Hello There! I'll be with you in a minute."
Paw'caw Thursday August 26th, 2004 5:48:00 AM
Paw'caw flies through the Gate and lands on Brahmah's shoulder. Then the Golden Eagle watches the new centaur with her eagle eyes, waiting for a command from her master.
Zeoll Thursday August 26th, 2004 2:07:58 PM
Zeoll steps carefully through and blinks as he takes in the urban setting. He hears the centaur's words and answers in the same language (Tauric? Common?), "Hail Solgrrin and well met. I am Zeoll. We are ten adult Taurs and two children. How many did you expect? And how did yu know we were coming?"
Zeoll is a male liontaur, dressed in leather armor and carrying a greatsword. The beads and feathers braided in his mane reveal his classes (bard and druid), his pride, and clan.
Kanchana Thursday August 26th, 2004 3:33:17 PM
Kanchana entered the portal not too long after Flat-top. When she exits the portal she hurriedly steps away from it and nimbly steps around Flat-top. The flashing red symbols had her worried, but it seems to have gone well.
The wemic druidess studies Solgrin and finds herself silently chuckling at Father Tomi's mysterious ways. She wonders what he will think of the cubs.
"Are we all here? Is everyone alright?" Kanchana asks as she looks around to see if anyone is missing.
Flat-top Thursday August 26th, 2004 5:46:09 PM
"Ahh! I feel better, Where's Kale??" Flat-top wonders?? He trots out of the alley and he advances to meet this strange Centaur.
Flat-top pull himself up to full hight of 8'6"he is a piebald in color with dark skin with White hair, mane and tail. His striking features are his ice-blue eyes, he wear Chain mail +1, through the shirt you can see two Tattoos (one on each shoulders, a Morningstar +2 hangs around his neck (ready for a fight), but on his frount hooves there are hooves knouckels (and they come to a point OUCH!). On Flat-tops back is a large shield, under that shield are a Bow, and a sword. His personal things are in a couple of saddle bags on his back.
Flat-top sort of trot around this Taur, giving him the once over. Flat-top extends his hand, they grab each others arm in a Centaur greeting, "Greeting I'm called flat-top, Also a fighter in this group. Can you tell me where we are?? And how come you knew we were The Chosen of Domi?? We just got through Killing four Red Dragons, I didn't think that news got around this quickly??"
A Chance Meeting. (DM Jim) Thursday August 26th, 2004 8:13:44 PM
The group exchange pleasantries with the centaur as the portal closes behind them. The passerbys stare at the group as they stand around near the alleyway, but they soon pass on thier way. Most of what you see are humans with a slight mix of dwarves, elves and halflings.
The buildings are all of medium sized style as far as you can see from the outside and you suddenly realize that it will be hard to find anything here to your size.
[Solgrin - You know of the new location of the orphanage if it is asked for by anyone in the group. You will have also had a dream, as you mentioned in your background, of The Chosen. You would have also seen the children in it as well with a sense of mystery about them and a need to protect them at all costs. If asked you also know that the old orphanage was burned to the ground by an unknown group, but that a man named Gordo has taken up as headmaster of the new one.]
Brahmah Thursday August 26th, 2004 8:49:28 PM
"Well met Solgrin. Has Domi left you a message for us? Do you know where we're supposed to go?"
Kale Thursday August 26th, 2004 9:18:12 PM
Kale doesnt say a word to the new centaur. If anyone looks at Kale carefully you can see that he's gripping his shortsword tightly and looks like he's ready to pounce on the newcomer
Toros Thursday August 26th, 2004 10:30:23 PM
Hello Solgrin, this is Toros, a barbarian, who get the chance to learn a little bit about the inspiring art of bardic music and blessing spirituality of Woldian clergy. It is nice to have a welcoming one like you in a place like this. Here does not seem to be very well fitting to a Taur-style life. How did you find your own self to be here, perhaps you may like to tell more about this on our way, if we know where we are going?
Gecktar Friday August 27th, 2004 2:40:50 AM
"Well met Solgrin. My name is Gecktar and I'm a devoted cleric of Domi. One who follow the true faith. I don't know why but I'm not surprised to see you here. Domi watch on us, I'm sure, and he want us to be able to face any dangers. Are you here to join our group ?"
Gecktar is a powerful Minautor standing 7'10" high. He is clad in a full chain armor with a metal shield. He seems that he as some figthing capabilities as well, and bear many symbols of Domi on his shield, around is neck and if you watch carefuly on the mighty warhammer hanging on his side.
After introducing himself to the taur, he watch around to see what direction to take.
"Well friends, now has anybody an idea about how can we find the woman we see in our dreams ?"
Solgrin Friday August 27th, 2004 4:21:54 PM
Looking up at Flat-top to look him in the eyes Solgrin says "You are in the Floating City. I was shown images of each of you in a dream by a kindly old taur that called you his Chosen. I had no idea of the red dragons, how did you survive? What brings you to the Floating city?"
Looking at Brahmah, Solgrin says "I was given the feeling that I was to join you and use my arcane abilities to help with protecting the children."
Noding to Toros, Solgrin tells him "I came to the Floating City serveral years ago to continue my apprentiship as a wizard. My first teacher brought me here to finish my apprentiship with a friend of hers and since then I have not been back to where I was born on centaur isle."
"Follow me and I will show you to a place where we can continue to talk in private." Solgrin tells everyone.
Solgrin will turn and start to walk to his teachers (Randrac) home. As he is walking Solgrin will make sure his pace is so that the children and the other Chosen of Domi can follow with out getting lost.
Kanchana d20+5=18 Friday August 27th, 2004 5:09:04 PM
Kanchana sees the move that Kale has made towards his weapon, and sees that he is making ready to "hunt". Remembering the suspicions he had towards herself when she first came across the Chosen she wisely places herself between Solgrin and Kale.
If Kale tries to pass her she will move to whichever side is necessary to block Kale from coming close to Solgrin. This will include "squashing" the Minotaur rogue against walls if necessary.
The druidess wants to fully give Solgrin a chance to prove himself.
Kanchana does her best to take note of the buildings while always keeping an eye on Kale. She takes an instant dislike to the city with its cramped, 'claustrophobic' buildings.
If Kale goes invisible at any time Kanchana will loudly warn Solgrin that the 'a-social' rogue is invisible and to be wary. If she thought that Kale would be a danger to the cubs then she would warn their mothers likewise.
Unfortunately Kanchana never really got to know Kale from before he left and she only really remembers his clear dislike and 'bad attitude' towards her; thus she can never bring herself to fully trust that his motives are "good".
(Spot 18)
Zeoll Friday August 27th, 2004 5:55:09 PM
Zeoll begns to realize that he is in an actual "city" -- the very first he has ever been in. Are the streets cobbled? Just full of dirt and filth? Is this a tawdry ugly city or a more beautiful one?
"All this stone!" he marvels. "Even in the afterrlife it was not like this!"
He follows the new centaur, gawking as he goes.
Flat-top Friday August 27th, 2004 7:55:44 PM
Flat-top sputters, cough acouple of times, But in a low voice "The Mother Red was intruding on the Gold's space, to take the children and their mothers to a safe place. We had to evick the Mother Red Dragon and the four hatchlings, those Red Wyrms almost killed us, to the point of having to kill them. We were bracing to take on the mother when the Gold Dragon engaged the Red Dragon, they fought to the end, They both Died. We will miss him, the children will miss him also. He left direction to come here to save the children.
You say that this is Floating City? I though that the City was a mith? But it's so cramp, how are the children going to run and Play??"
Flat-top will follow with the children and the mothers.
Paw'caw(ceil) Friday August 27th, 2004 7:59:13 PM
Paw'caw rubs her head against Brahmah's cheek, She wants to fly But affraid to leave him.
Managram(ceil) Friday August 27th, 2004 8:06:46 PM
Managram is so happy to be with Leets again, that he marks the teritory as he follows the party.
Ilder(ceil) Friday August 27th, 2004 8:12:19 PM
Ilder stick his head out of the pouch and cherps, takes a good look around. There's not a tree around, just brick building and stone streets. He yelps, then dives down into the pouch again (shivering).
A Place for Quiet Talk. (DM Jim) Friday August 27th, 2004 9:46:19 PM
Most of the group follow along with Solgrin as he makes his way back to his masters house. The cobbles streets leave most of the group making clopping noises as they travel and the children have fun with this.
Buildings of all sizes loom up around the city and most of you find it stifling. Still the streets are wide and easy to navigate. Solgrin soon has you at his master's house and put up in a comfy room that is made for taurs it would seem. You talk for quite awhile and you find that the master is away on business in another part of the city.
Later that night as the group sleep in a large room of the master's house they all have a dream of a man standing outside of a building. Though this is all strange to most of you, Solgrin knows of this new building and that it is an orphanage. On the front of the building is a glowing symbol of Domi's that marks the house as a safe haven for those in need.
[Solgrin - You know that the old orphanage was burned to the ground by someone and the headmistress killed. You also know the new headmaster, Gordo, and he is a good man that cares deeply for the children of the orphanage.]
Brahmah Saturday August 28th, 2004 12:14:27 AM
Brahmah goes happily along with their guide.
Flat-top Saturday August 28th, 2004 3:08:54 PM
Flat-top follows the party, But makes sure that the Children are Safe, it is hard to keep the little ones in line, after all they have been pen up in a cave for so long.
They arrive at what Solgrin said that it was his master's house and showed then a very nice room. the little one were very tired because they fell asleep as soon as they had eaten a meal. They were put to bed.
Flat-top was also tired from the trip and is the first time in months that he can really relax. He leans against the wall and falls to sleep, he dreams of a man, (Human he thinks how odd!) standing in frount of a building. The building has a symble of Domi. Now he knows that this is Domi's wishes, That is the way Domi works.
Zeoll Sunday August 29th, 2004 4:15:55 PM
Zeoll realizes that he has been on a knife's edge ever since he was brought back to life, without a moment of time for peace. "To finally rreach a safe place is verry rrefreshing," he tells their host.
He asks if this orphanage is the place for the mothers and children.
He wonders if this is a good time to pause and assess their winnings and finances. And maybe get some training.
Kanchana Sunday August 29th, 2004 6:32:26 PM
Kanchana is relieved to be a place where she doesn't feel like she has to belly-crawl to move around. She is not pleased to be in a city and within confining stone walls. There is so much to think about that she opts to listen to other talk rather than do any talking herself. Kanchana retires early for the evening. She has the same dream as everyone else. What she has seen in the dream does not really set her worries at ease. The human (?) man certainly didn't make things better; humans haven't proved to be very trust-worthy in general as far as she is concerned. The symbol od Domi marking as a safe haven only adds to her doubts, since the information from the dream doesn't seem concordant to her. Kanchana makes a point to question Solgrin about all this around breakfast time.
Kanchana will politely ask Solgrin if there is a garden (preferably) or a room where they may speak with some privacy. If he agrees to talk with her she will ask him if Father Tomi spoke with him last night. If he admits that He did then she will ask him if the house and the human (?) and the symbol of Tomi made sense to him. She will quietly admit that it has her confused. Kanchana will of course introduce herself to him first; including her vocation of course.
Solgrin Sunday August 29th, 2004 10:22:41 PM
Solgrin makes sure that all of the Chosen, mothers and children are sleeping before he will get some sleep.
Waking up the next morning Solgrin meets with the Chosen. "Did each of you sleep fine? Did you see a building in your dreams lastnight?" Solgrin asks the others. "The building in the dream is the new orphanage as the old one burned down mysteriously. The man is the new head of the orphanage."
Gecktar Monday August 30th, 2004 2:33:35 AM
Gecktar is satisfied to get some rest. Last day have been a long day, with the battle with the reds and the escape from their mother. Thinking about the fight of the two great dragons, Gecktar feels that their mission is above all very important for Domi. A golden dragon that gives his proper life to save them... And this small village called One. An interesting one if it is.
A the Chosen are in a quiet place, his thoughts wanders and after a while Gecktar fall asleep, exhausted...
He wakes up to see Solgrim taking care of them.
"Yes" Gecktars anwers, "I had a good night, the best since several days in fact."
And as Solgrim speak about the ubilding he has seen in his dreams, Gecktar remember well now, that he also made a dream of this building.
"Maybe it is the orphanage we are seeking. But, if I remember well, this was an old lady that we see taking care of the Children."
On these words, he goes in a quiet place and begin his daily prayers and memorize some new spells :
0- Create Water, Detect Magic, Light, Purify Food and Drink 1- Divine Favor, Magic Weapon(d), Detect Evil, Shield of Faith 2- Bull's Strength, Summon Monster II(d), Hold Person
Leets Monday August 30th, 2004 3:12:35 PM
Leets is worried by the dream when he wakes up...
"We didn't have much time to talk Solgrin since we met...I'm Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, son of Stallion Cyrus. I try to be a faithful follower of Domi and also a paladin..."
Leets is a young Centaur, not even 20 years old yet, with mid-long blond curled hairs and green eyes. His mane is white like his whole body, with blue-grey shades. He wears a blue tunic with a chainmail, and simply has a morningstar at his belt. He also carry a big backpack.
He's always folowed by a golden "german" sheperd who wants to play with him.
"I'm glad we have a new member among us, and I hope you'll find friendship among us as easily as I once found brothers-in-arms. However, I have to say I'm not surprised to see that Domi sent us an arcane specialist since we lacked your magical skills a lot!"
The Orphanage and Gordo. (DM Jim) Monday August 30th, 2004 6:12:09 PM
The group wakes up refreshed in the morning to find that Solgrin is up and getting something for the group to have for breakfast. He is not worried even though his master has not returned yet as he said he maybe gone for a week or more.
The group gets to know each other a lot better as they sit around talking and the like. Kanchana is able to pull Solgrin off into the inner garden that he shows her to, for a talk.
It appears to Zeoll that they know have a lot of time on their hands as they quest is coming to an end in Big Float. He ponders the loot and gains they have gotten with a slight itch to his hands.
Later, after lunch Solgrin leads the group to the new site of the orphans and this Gordo guy. You come to a large building though it is obviously new with a group of kids playing outside of it. They are all under the watchful eye of the human that you saw in your dreams. Though you see the face of the building that you saw in your dreams there is no Domi mark on it, but you know that was a sign from Domi himself that he approves of this place.
[Carl - You can make a post as soon as you want today. If you would rather wait for the group to initiate something then you could wait till tomorrow. Your choice.]
Brahmah Monday August 30th, 2004 8:57:43 PM
Brahmah moves quietly along, trying not to step on any humans. A dwarf nearly gets stepped on in Brahmah's avoidance of a human, and the dwarf is less than happy about it and makes verbal insult, but then quickly collects himself and apologizes. He moves on. Brahmah just simply watches the dwarf have a fit then leave just as quickly. "Quick tempered fellow. Wow."
Gecktar Tuesday August 31st, 2004 2:11:27 AM
Gecktar follows Solgrim in the streets of the city. "So, you know this orphanage Solgrim ? What about the man that is at the head of this institution ? Do you know anything about him ?"
Kale Tuesday August 31st, 2004 7:13:01 AM
not liking this city at all, Kale feels on edge as they travel to the building in his dream"I hate being manipulated." he mutters to himself
Toros Tuesday August 31st, 2004 8:26:48 AM
Last night Toros has slept in the wrong position and when he get up he was not really in a good situation. Still he tries to feel good and get accustomed to this new environment.
Toros-OOC Tuesday August 31st, 2004 8:31:17 AM
I also wonder about the XPs. Can it be possible that Toros has become 1 level up with the final adventure?
Flat-top Tuesday August 31st, 2004 9:15:00 AM
Flat-top is greatful for being beside Kale, "I wonder how they can live in such a cramp space. I'll have to see this safe place, Taurs need space to grow?"
After the night's rest (and the dream of course), Flat-top feel better, he has a full breackfast. He ask Solgrin if he could take a look at this place before the little one are to go there? Then He turn to the children asking them "If your done with breakfast, ask mommy real nice, We can have a game of Kick Ball??.
Flat-top stand there with a silly smile on his face.
Solgrin Tuesday August 31st, 2004 5:37:04 PM
Solgrin will talk with Kanchana about the dream that he had the night before. "I don't know who it is that I keep dreaming but he is a very kindly taur" Solgrin tells Kanchana.
Solgrin will tell the others as they head to the new orphanage "the old one burned down not long ago and the head mistress was killed. The replacement is run very well and the gentleman running it is good with the children and cares for them."
Solgrin tries to lead the chosen and the children to the orphanage quickly and tries to avoid the busyest routes.
Gordo Tuesday August 31st, 2004 5:38:54 PM
As the Taurs approach a big man is visible in the courtyard. Though his head is shaved bald, he has huge bushy red sideburns that join into a thick moustache. He is barrel-chested and thick of limb, his whole body covered in thick red curly hair. He wears an open leather waistcoat, a pair of dirty old tan pants held up with a broad leather belt and a pair of large hobnail boots that have seen better days. He is surrounded by a swarm of kids of various ages. The youngest cling to his knees as he strides about chatting away cheerfully to the chaotic and deafening maelstrom that seems to have gravitated towards him.
As the group grow closer a small girl sees them and shrieks, hiding behind his legs. "Gordo! Monshters!"
"Now you hush yer worrying, littlun'. Those aren't monsters, those are Taurs, lass, blessed of Domi himself! You younguns should be proud to have visitors like these. Did I ever tell you the story of how Domi made the Taurs? Quite a tale, I'll tell you it you all before bed tonight."
Gordo turns to the approaching party and grins cheerfully at the newcomers, beefy hands on his hips.
"Come to lend a hand, friends? Or is there something I can help you folk with? Lad, you take that out of your mouth right now 'afore I come down on you like a ton of bricks" he continues without losing the grin or turning his head. Behind him a sheepish looking boy extracts a 4 inch worm from his mouth and places it gingerly back on the ground.
Zeoll d20+6=8 Tuesday August 31st, 2004 7:12:42 PM
The liontaur takes a good look at the big -- seemingly almost Taur sized? -- human. Zeoll pauses for a moment, and then casts a Guidance cantrip to jog his memory. He thinks hard.
[OOC: Guidance used to aid Bardic Lore roll ... but he only rolls an 8.]
Zeoll shakes the idea that he might recognize this person. "Crazy idea," he thinks to himself Instead, he just bows and then speaks.
"Grreetings, good Gorrdo, if I hearrd yourr name correctly frrom yourr human girrl-cub. We arre indeed the Taurrs who have been Chosen by Domi." His accent is thick, perhaps due to his lack of facility with Common, or perhaps due to the big canine teeth you see set in his jaw.
"I am Zeoll, once student of Shaman Frrith, then warrior to Prride Nonowla that is lost, but still loyal to Clan Aene of Wemic." The beads and feathers braided in his mane reveal to those who can read them that Zeoll is both a druid and a bard.
He pauses to let each of the others introduce themselves.
Zeoll adds, "We have come herre seeking sanctuarry forr motherrs and childrren of ourr kind, the firrst of theirr herritage, and beloved of Domi. In sacrred drreams we werre told to come herre. Can you help us?"
Zeoll :: Cayzle :: OOC Tuesday August 31st, 2004 8:05:07 PM
Friends, here is a repost of the loot list.
Magic
1 potion 1 large club 3 large hide armor 3 ring 4 potions 1 short stick 3 scrolls 2 rings 6 potions 1 amulet 1 white round gem 1 large heavy steel shield 2 cloaks 2 scrolls 1 small bag 1 large morningstar 1 bracer 1 large composite longbow
Nonmagic
7 heavy glass globes 8 medium falcions 4 medium javelins 8 medium chainmails 1 large javelin 1 metal toothpick 1 mirror on a chain 1 bag of starch 1 bird seed rattle
1 exceptional quality large longsword -- "It was used in one of the wars between the fays, a metal known as cold iron. The blade, hilt and guard is all done in a leaf pattern but not ornamental really. The sword is a large version of a longsword, specifically designed for a taur or large creature in mind."
2 small black round gems 2 small red star gems 185 platinum 145 gold 445 silver 77 copper 914 copper
Identifies
There are 11 potions in all. Kanchana has already tried to identify them via Spellcraft, with no luck. If anyone else has ranks in Spellcraft, please roll 11 times, trying to hit DC25. Any hits save us the cost of an Identify spell!
Speaking of which, do we have anyone in the group who can cast Identify? We can do it ourselves for 100 gp; the Catacombs charges 110. Also, does anyone have Detect Good/Evil or Detect Poison? Let's use those if we have them. And could we get casters to try to read the scrolls? Zeoll can't read, so that gets him out of that job, sorry.
Does anyone have Appraise ranks? Jim, could we get a gp value estimate on the non-magic stuff?
Brahmah Tuesday August 31st, 2004 9:25:42 PM
"Hello Gordo, I'm Brahmah!" That's all that seems to need saying.
Attention to Details. (DM Jim) Tuesday August 31st, 2004 9:54:49 PM
These posts from me right now will deal around the treasure for a time. Carl will be doing a lovely job of keeping you hopping as Gordo. Do try and be nice. :)
Appraise checks can be made as anyone sees fit. Just let me know what you will appraise and in what order. The same goes for the potions and anything else that you would like to attempt.
Kanchana Tuesday August 31st, 2004 11:13:00 PM
Kanchana does not approach either Gordo or the human children, She seems content to find a place to observe them all first at a distance. She isn't sure what the humans will make out of all of her small wooden talismans and such. A correct guess or a little imagination will correctly reveal that she is a druid; and maybe even reveal that she doesn't care for being in this confining city! Kanchana keeps an eye on both of the Taur cubs as well. The druidess would not be displeased if they began to play with the little human cubs; provided that the play goes well.
Kanchana has to bite her tongue not to tell the little boy that the worm is nourishing to eat ("it is protein") if he isn't being fed well enough. She stops herself from blurting it out in the nick of time!
((Kanchana has the Appraise skill Cayzle. If Solgrin can maybe cast Identify then it would be nice of course, but I am certain that he does not have any 100gp pearls to cast it with; those would have to come from the collective treasure I would suggest...))
Gecktar d20+4=7 d20+4=22 d20+4=23 d20+4=24 d20+4=5 d20+4=8 d20+4=18 d20+4=24 d20+4=16 d20+4=10 d20+4=23 Wednesday September 1st, 2004 2:39:19 AM
Gecktar looks around and tries to imbue himself with the serenity of the place. Indeed it seems to be a safe place for the children. If the director accept to take care of them, Gecktar is sure that this place will be the good one... For some time.
But there is one thing that deeply hurt him. This is what Solgrim says about the ancient orphanage. It had burned... Was it an accident or a deliberate action of some obscure persons.
Gecktar decides to talk to other Chosen when they will be in a quiter place.
"I'm glad to meet you Gordo. My name is Gecktar, follower of the true faith of Domi. As Zeoll says we are seeking for a haven of peace for the young. I feel we maybe have found it, but you must tell us what are you feelings."
(OOC : Gecktar has spellcraft but cannot beat the 25. But he can help someone giving him +2 if he succesfully roll vs DC 10 if I remember well. Also he can detect evil/good and read magic. Detect evil can be cast during this day the two other next day, because he must prepare the spells Help for spellcraft : only potion 1,5 and 6 will not receive the bonus)
Brahmah's description Wednesday September 1st, 2004 6:32:31 AM
Brahmah wears a heavily worn tunic, breeches, gauntlets and a very weather worn leather cloak. He has a feather once worn by a friend (now deceased), braided into his long black fur. Over his tunic, Brahmah wears a chain shirt emblazoned with Domi's holy symbol of strength, the hammer. A falchion hangs from one hip and a kukri hangs from the other. He's mid to late 60's, looking rather young under the scarring. With his weaponry and his dirty, musty clothes, it's likely Brahmah is a scout or ranger type. His tattoos seem to suggest he was at one point a sailor.
He is physically dominating and intimidating, not to mention rather ugly. He's brimming with muscles, covered with scars and has engraved horns. The engravings are those of sea life, nature and female minotaurs. The warrior is missing his tail and most of his left ear. But under the scruffy tough exterior, lies a soft teddy bear.
He has dark eyes, black fur, stands almost 8 feet tall and weighs nearly 800 pounds.
Flat-top Wednesday September 1st, 2004 7:11:33 AM
Flat-top look at this human, he know that this man has dreams about the Chosen of Domi, But the thing is that the Chosen's dream was a woman with the children. Something is not right.
But to the children first, the human children are thinking as the tauts are monsters. Flat-top get an idea, he takes his chainmail off with the rest of his weapons. Then goes over to Kanchana, giving her a little kiss on the tip of her nose, whispering to her "Kitten! would you please watch my things for me? While I give the human children a ride to calm their fears"
Flat-top trots over to Gordo, "Sir Gordo, My name is Flat-top, A former Royal Marine and now working for Domi. May I give these children a Centaur ride on my back? To ease their fears of our strange shape. I'll even give our little Unitaurs a ride first, if they are still afraid?"
Flat-top will wait for an answer. He stand erect like a former miletary Taur, he's what you would call a piebald hide (Black with white spots), He's dark-skinned, white hair/main/tail, he also has Ice-blue eyes, he also has two tatoos one on each shoulders. They are different from other tatoos, they look magical (I wonder what they are??). Now he is flexing his arm, just showing the boys what real mussels looks like.
Zeoll (Cayzle OOC) Wednesday September 1st, 2004 9:53:39 AM
Hey!
He has a feather once worn by a friend (now deceased), braided into his long black fur.
Isn't that my feather!? I'm not deceased any more! I thought Brahmah gave that back to me!
LOL!
Kale Wednesday September 1st, 2004 3:07:44 PM
looking at the little boy pull a worm out of his mouth, Kale gives a shutter and tells Flat-Top "Have you noticed that humans are really ugly? And why do they put vermin in their mouth? They are certainly a disgusting race."
(OOC, i have apprasial, but thats it. my use magic device skill is too low to even attempt)
Gordo Wednesday September 1st, 2004 4:34:49 PM
The children huddle behind Gordo, all wide eyes and gaping mouths.
Gordo himself grins up at the imposing group of Taurs. "Chosen of Domi, eh? Well that's quite something. Any who walk his path walk mine. You're welcome here, friends." A close look reveals a fist and anvil tattoo on his bicep, an unarmed variation of the more usual hammer and anvil symbol of Domi.
He spreads his brawny arms wide in greeting "So, welcome to Mama Fl... sorry, Gordo's Orphanage." As he speaks these words his cheerful demeanor slips, and you see a brief flash of deep sorrow, coupled with an angry scowl. Whether it is at himself for his slip or at some other party is impossible to say. The impact on the children is the most marked, however; there is a sudden group intake of breath, and more than one bottom lip begins to wobble. The big man recovers swiftly however, bustling into action.
"Right, who's first for a centaur ride? Line up behind William here, no pushing, no pushing I said Bub Scrotchit! Back of the queue with you! Hokey doke, up you go William, Sally, Rosko, Bert. Careful now! Hold on tight!" He nods at Flat Top in thanks.
Once the children are restored to their former happy chaos (the majority of them race after Flat Top yelling and screaming joyfully) he turns back to Zeoll.
"Lad, (the big man seems to show no discomfort in calling the gigantic Wemic "Lad" instead of a more formal greeting. In fact looking at him it's hard to imagine the man saying anything formal.) I hate to disappoint you, but this here's an orphanage. Bub Scrotchit you put Lizzie down! If I have to come over there you'll feel the wrath of Domi, my lad! You say these younguns of yours are here with their mothers? That don't make 'em orphans in my book. And even if their mothers happen to be orphans, they're a tad older than our usual intake. Then again, a sacred dream is a sacred dream... let's take a look at yer nippers."
Peering behind the ranks of the Taurs he finally spots the two Taur children and his eyes open wide in surprise. "Well now! Hoom! There's a thing! So, you two, Unitaurs, is that right?" He kneels so that his head is closer to their level. "Pleasure to meet you. What are your names then, younguns?"
Zeoll Wednesday September 1st, 2004 5:26:04 PM
Zeoll listens to the big human and cannot help but chuckle at his casual love of the children under his charge. He senses deep reservoirs in this person, and his suspicion is fading.
He watches Gordo make friends with the young taurs.
At a natural break, he continues. "Let me explain, good Gorrdo. We arre not seeking a perrmanent rrefuge. Ourr home was taken frrom us by forrce of crruel warr, and ourr quest is to rreturrn home, defeat ourr enemies, and rrestorre it. Then we will be able to safely brring ourr beloved childrren home. We arre only asking forr temporrarry sanctuarry forr these prrecious childrren and theirr motherrs. As you see, these childrren arre unique of theirr kind, and they arre morre prrecious to us than life. But Domi has told us that we can trrust this place as a haven, until we can take them home."
"I suppose that if this place is trruly only forr orrphans, that these childrren in need of prrotection must go elsewherre. But I cannot believe that one who honorrs Domi would turrn away weak innocents like these on a technicality!"
The liontaur smiles when he says that, since he is trying to tease Gordo a little.
Solgrin d20+11=25 d20+11=23 d20+11=28 d20+11=19 d20+11=27 d20+11=15 d20+11=26 d20+11=30 d20+11=18 d20+11=24 d20+11=26 Wednesday September 1st, 2004 6:27:57 PM
"Good sir, I believe that we all have been having the same message to bring them here for safety. Living here in Floating City I have heard that you are a kind man and care greatly for the children. Please in Domi's name take them under your protection." Solgrin asks Gordo.
*** Solgrin will prep read magic and identify for the next day.
with out the assistance from Gecktar only potions 2,4,6,9 fail the spellcraft check.
with the assistance from Gecktar only potions 4, 6, 9 fail.
OOC: I can prep and cast Identify 4 times in a day. Is there enough pearls to id everything? ***
Brahmah Wednesday September 1st, 2004 6:43:30 PM OOC: He DID return the feather! Zeoll! ;)
Brahmah's eyes get very wide, setting down a little girl that had started climbing his leg. He looks at Kale and gets quite loud. "Kale, we're GUEST's here! Keep your opinions on this subject to yourself.... we need these people."
He turns back toward Zeoll and Gordo. "Actually, an orphanage might be the best hiding place for his Children." He then lowers his voice not wanting to upset the young children that are all around. "The Martean clergy and the Black Armored fellow expect that we're still milling about the Taur Isles, I'd assume. Fact is, being exiled might be the best thing for us and the Children."
Brahmah (additional) Wednesday September 1st, 2004 6:46:01 PM
"Now, I'm curious about this fire and attack?! What happened and when?" Brahmah seems very interested.
Kanchana Wednesday September 1st, 2004 8:43:37 PM
Kanchana simply, and casually, watches Gordo interact with the different children (including the taur children).
"I hardly think that someone who so obviously cares so much for cubs would let mere rules or customs get in the way of an opportunity to teach tolerance through experience. Also never mind the fact of gaining two perfectly good teachers as well."
Kanchana is smiling warmly, and unwittingly begins to stare at Gordo.
She is quite certain that he will always put childrens' best interests ahead of rules, traditions and customs. In fact his last words just strengthen the Druidess' opinion of the man.
Kanchana completely avoids breaking off her staring to give Kale a withering stare for his comment. In fact she manages to avoid looking Kale's way without any trouble. Though she privately admits in her thoughts that humans do look rather thin and scrawny while they are cubs. She is amazed that so many even live to reach adulthood. Nevermind that general human hairlessness often reminds her of Taurs with severe skin diseases!
Gordo however has a respectable amount of 'pelt', and the curliness and color makes it sort of exotic in her opinion. With immense and sudden embarrassment Kanchana realizes that she has just been staring at the man; studying him she justifies it with, for far longer than polite behaviour would ever condone! With the speed of thought that the realization of staring rudely dumped on her she takes an instant and highly unusual interest in the local roof tiling styles.
A Simple Introduction. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 1st, 2004 9:48:42 PM
The two taur children do not shrink back as most would expect, but even move forward to greet the hulking man. Domisha lays her little hand in Gordo's big one and smiles at him with the deepest of innocence, not faked but real. "My name is Domisha...boy you sure are big." She stares at the big man as the other little girl cub steps forward and reaches out tentatively to touch his arm. She breaks into giggles as she puts her hand over her mouth. "Your almost as hairy as my mommie." She starts to giggle again and this time Domisha joins in.
From the side a taur female speaks up with a clear voice. "Now Melamin that will be quite enough of that." She smiles at the large man with apologetic eyes. "Please...she meant no offense." The little girl named Melamin scuffs the ground and hangs her head. "Yes momma...my name is Melamin sir."
Both girls look longingly at the other children, seemingly more than wanting to play. They hang back for they do not know if the can or should. They both look to Gordo with a pleading look in their eyes but say nothing.
[Chosen - I will take care of the potions with the next post. Anything else that you decide on I will take care of as well.]
Toros Wednesday September 1st, 2004 9:49:57 PM
"Hello Gordo, you may simply call me Toros, happy to meet you", greets Toros, smiling at Gordo :-)
Gecktar Thursday September 2nd, 2004 2:38:34 AM
Gecktar looks at Flat-Top an think he definitively has the feeling with children. Gecktar feels not so easy, he had a martial education and then a monacal one. No time to spend playing or thinking to simple enjoyements.
He feels as if he forget to be young... And thisis certainly the reason why he is so uncomfortable with children.
He looks at Gordo, sure that the large man would seek the best interest of the children.
(OOC : Gecktar give Solgrim any help he needs for identifying the potions so only 4,6,9 fails)
Flat-top Thursday September 2nd, 2004 9:55:42 AM
Flat-top trots back with giggling and shouting. "Alright! you littlte one get off and I'll take more for a ride. Malamin! Come along to show the playmates how to ride on a Centaur." But to the little boy (the one who tried to eat a worm) Flat-top pick him up, tell him "Worm tast better with fruit juice." Then put him behind Malamin. Flat-top takes on a few more children. Shouting at all the children "Domisha can tell you all about the Taurs." Withh a wink he take the children for another ride."
Kale Thursday September 2nd, 2004 10:37:59 AM
rolling his eyes at Brahmah's comments, Kale none the less keeps his mouth shut. he doesnt want to offend anyone who might take the kids off their hands.
Leets Thursday September 2nd, 2004 10:53:50 AM
The Centaur paladin smiles at the scene that is occuring, and looks around him.
"So, here we are finally. The big city. I guess we have much to do here...Brahmah, where would you like us to begin?"
Solgrin Thursday September 2nd, 2004 1:37:01 PM
Solgrin whatches as the others deal with being in the Floating city for the first time remembering what it was like when he first cam eto the Floating City.
Brahmah Thursday September 2nd, 2004 3:19:41 PM
"Well Leets, we need to find a place for the Children and then, I for one think we should find out where the command to burn the original orphanage came from. Then deal with those people accordingly! I feel they meant for us not to come here and were hoping if the orphanage wasn't here, we would continue to wander." The minotaur seems rather unsure where this idea came from, but he smiles anyway.
Gordo Thursday September 2nd, 2004 3:41:37 PM
The big man's grin widens, and he begins to chuckle. Pretty soon he's laughing, a great big infectious belly-laugh.
"Enough! Enough! I yield! You're worse than a horde of toffee-apple-crazed younguns! Heh, Domi chose well when he picked you as his champions! You're right of course, you're right. Need is need, and right is right, and if I can help I will. And you lass" he says, winking cheerfully at Kanchana "are too clever for your own good! Or is that my own good? Ah well. As you say, sometimes rules are made for breaking. Melamim, Domisha, welcome to our orphanage, you'll fit in here just fine." He waves at Melamim cheerfully as she rides off on the centaur's back.
"Ah. Now did you see that? Bub Scrotchins is giving little Lizzie Wormwood a piggy back. Heart of gold that boy. Mind full of mischief, but a heart of gold. Domisha, would you take Bub this here piece of candy and tell him I said he's a good lad, and while yer at it take a bit for yerself. Off you go then." And he shoos the little taur towards the gaggle of children still chasing after Flattop.
Gordo turns to the two mothers and extends a big ham-like hand. "Welcome, ladies, all help offered here is gratefully accepted. In truth we're short of volunteers, and we can certainly use your aid. Welcome aboard."
Zeoll Thursday September 2nd, 2004 7:46:58 PM
Gordo's laugh is infectious, and Zeoll finds himself joining in.
"Thank you, frriend! You have lifted a heavy burrden frrom the hearrts of us rrefugees."
Toros 3d20(17+8+5)=30 Thursday September 2nd, 2004 8:47:14 PM
Aftar Gecktar's try, Toros also tries to give help for the remaining potions, 4, 6, 9. (17, 8, 5 against d10) His beginner's luck helps at the first potion, but that's all.
Identifications and New Friends. (DM Jim) Thursday September 2nd, 2004 10:14:48 PM
Melamin slips up on Flat-top's back and holds on as he takes off across the yard. She squeels in delight and waves to the others.
Domisha takes the candy and looks to Gordo with a big smiles. "Thank you sir." She takes off at a fair pace as she heads for the other kids. She stops and passes out the candy with a big smile. She is bombarded by questions about her family, herself and the people she is with. She takes it in stride and to most everyones' amazement she is an excellent storyteller.
Both mothers come forward and take Gordo's hand as the nod. Vrurt speaks up first as cannot help but feel relieved. "Thank you...my name is Vrurt and I can teach and tend kids to help out." The other mother nods and comments. "I have some abilities in the magical area..the arcane kind that I can use here and there." She smiles to the Chosen with a bit of sadness. "We both can also teach anything about our races that we can."
Items * What items will we identify and in what order?
Brahmah d20=3 Thursday September 2nd, 2004 10:34:24 PM
[Wisdom check 3] Brahmah misses the joke and wonders why several are laughing. Oh well.
Brahma hugs the kids and mothers to say good bye. "Kenisha, be safe. Domisha, lil'one, come here." He picks her up and kisses her nose. "Be good, mind mom. She's your Herd leader now. I'll miss you." He gives Domisha his colorful bead necklace he won from Hellhound hunt Festival at the Pin the Tail game. He gives Melamim a dented silver coin from his pocket so that she doesn't feel left out. "Be good girls."
Zeoll Friday September 3rd, 2004 1:22:17 AM
Zeoll sees that the group is getting ready to depart. But he feels that the group is imposing on the orphanage.
In Tauric, which he hopes Gordo cannot understand, Zeoll says to his friends, "Surrely we should make a donation to the orrphanage! Orr volunteerr ourr serrvices in some way. Orr both!"
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OOC: Zeoll cannot read, nor can he cast Identify. So he must rely on others for that.
Of course, anyone who can cast identify would be recompensed out of the value of the loot before we divide it.
Solgrin Friday September 3rd, 2004 2:36:24 AM
Solgrin carefully walks over to near Gordo and asks "Sir, is there something that we can aid you with to help with the orphanage as you are taking in the little ones?"
When the chosen leave the orphanage Solgrin will show them back to his mentors home.
Later Solgrin will ask the Chosen "I see that there is no other wizard in the group, are there items that I should identify for the group?"
Solgrin will prep then cast read magic and look at all the scrolls that the Chosen have. Afterwards Solgrin will prep and cast 4 identify spells each day untill all items are identified.
Gecktar Friday September 3rd, 2004 2:56:06 AM
A burden on the shoulders of Gecktar has disepeared since Gordo accepted the children and their mother.
It seems that one more time they are ready for new quests. And the first, agree Gecktar is to solve the enigma of the first orphanage that has burned. Gecktar feels this was not accident but a deliberate malovelant act.
"I agree Zeol, I think we need give some donation to the orphanage. Please Gordo, accept this gift for the children." Gecktar search in his backpack and gather some coins, about 200 gp that he hands to Gordo. "In the name of Domi's True Church. This is a personnal donation an this only involve myself, but maybe the group could afford something else but before we must discuss about that and all must agree."
"I am personnaly favorable to give some part of our treasure" says Gecktar to the other Chosen.
He turns to Kenisha and Vurt and approches them. He gives each a clumsy hug and says "Will you have any means to contact us ? I will be glad to regulary have news about both of you and the children too. You'll be missing me, as do the children."
He then goes to see the children : "uncle Gecktar is leaving, as will the other. Be proud of what you are as you're blessed by Domi. Learn well and be good with Gordo, your mum and the other children. Goodbye blessed ones"
OOC : identifying the scrolls will be done tomorrow because Gecktar must prepare the read magic spell. As well as casting detect Evil/Good on the magical objects.
Flat-top Friday September 3rd, 2004 9:40:24 AM
Flat-top comes back with the last of the orphans that wanted rides. He look to the other Chosen and knows that it's time to leave. Flat-top walks to over to Kanchana, he dresses in his armor, takes his weapons, his saddle bags, belt,the money pouch he opens takes out five copper coins and the mirror on a chain. "Thank you for holding my things for me, Kitten."
Flat-top goes to Gordo, asking him "Don't Children ever get tired? I'd rather fight a dousen Orcs. But I very happy that our little treasures will be safe here. So I have discovered these Coins (Flat-top gives gordo the copper coins) I reconised these coins the first time I saw them (flat-top take the mirror with the chaine and open it into a little spy glass)Look here these coins are called Collector's Coins, they are very old and very rare they are worth 200gp each coins the last time I had them appraised. Please take them as a donation to this wonderful place. I know our little one will be happy here and every one of these orphens will have an open mind about some one different" Flat-top hands over the Mirror and the five coins.
Flat-top goes to Kenisha and Vurt, hugs them both, kissing them both on the fore head, telling them "Take care of all our little treasure here and may Domi always be with you, Good-by for now. We'll meet again when every thing is safe."
Then to the girls, then kisses them both on the head Telling them, "Be good to your mothers, the Gordo and all the children here, tell them about the ship and the adventures at sea, tell them about the old blind Centure who help you find this wonderful place, tell them about the times you had with the Golden Dragon and playing with his treasure. But most of all remember your Aunt and Uncles that love you always. Now go to your new playmates."
Flat-top watches the girls wave good-by. then he returns to the others,"Sorry that I did not tell you about the coins before, but I had a dream that it was to be used for the children. Now I'm ready to go! Just don't hit me Brahmah."
Kale Friday September 3rd, 2004 10:11:28 AM
Kale stand on the outskirts of the orphanage, waiting for the others to leave. he stiffens up when there is mention of sharing their treasure with the orphans and mutters something about getting underpaid, but he doesnt move to stop anyone from doing it.
Leets Friday September 3rd, 2004 2:29:11 PM
Leets considers the two paths ofered by Brahmah.
"We'll have to investigate about the orphanage, and considering our usual modus operandi, it could possibly end with a...well...confrontation with the people responsible for all this. So I propose we first find a safe place for the kids, and a temple of Domi could probably fit this role - tell me Gecktar if I'm wrong...Now, it's true that the young ones are not common ones, and it could be more complicated..."
"Solgrin, since you are more familiar with the city, what do you think of Domi's local clergymen?"
Kanchana Friday September 3rd, 2004 6:25:43 PM
Kanchana hears the debate about helping to find out who burned down the orphanage. She sighs in frustration.
'There they go again getting sidetracked, the guardians of the city should be doing the evil-do'er hunting here not us!
Kanchana has one of those long suffering looks (due to the goody-goody snoop around suggestions, and magnanimosity with the scant monies the Chosen actually have).
She would prefer to leave this cramped, ugly city as fast as her paws can carry her. Also she is not pleased about parting with sorely needed funds; if she had heard Kale's muttering about getting underpaid then she would agree whole-heartedly! In her opinion it should be enough that the orphanage gained two new teachers, two more adults to help out and keep watch, and one of them a very skilled sorceress to boot!
"My pleasure, I have gladly done so since it made the cubs happy to play with you." Kanchana smiles to Flat-top.
Before leaving Kanchana will smile knowingly to Gordo and tell him, "I would probably have to say 'for both our own goods'!" She chuckles. Kanchana will give Vrurt, Kenisha, Domisha and Melamin blessings from Mother Wold and Father Tomi, making certain to include that the Great Mother and Father protect them and guide their actions.
Once back at Solgrin's mentor's home she will offer to assist with interpreting the scrolls as best she can. However she has to wait for the next day, as she needs to rest first.
Brahmah Friday September 3rd, 2004 9:18:37 PM
"Say, Gordo, how capable and willing, are the authorities around here in doing the investigations into the fire and the murders?" His face gets grim. "I don't really want to know if any of the children were harmed."
Toros Friday September 3rd, 2004 9:58:27 PM
Feeling the relief that finally the children will be safe, Toros gets some time to rest and reflect. While sitting on a quiet corner, he empties all his pockets looking for interesting, attractive or worthy stuff that he can leave here. As he is a good walking recycle box, he finds some nice stuff and with gratitude, offer them to their Host, together with a good amount of gold money, paying attention not to pay too much or little than other Taurs. He feels a big load has gone away from him, he was carrying so many - so much heavy stuff!! He can even now try to fly!
Some Final Matters. (DM Jim) Friday September 3rd, 2004 11:21:06 PM
Gordo will be able to let the group know that the local authorities are after those that burned down the old orphanage. It is also known that a group of do-gooders is also after them as well and handling the problem as well. Gordo refuses any funds that the group may offer as it would not be right to take thier money when they have important tasks to complete.
Back at the house of Solgrin's master the group is able to get a little more rest and maybe a snack.
[Chosen - Where do you want to start on the magical equipment? Or would you rather me go down the list piece by piece. By the way, how many pearls does the group have for identifying?]
[Chosen - I will be mailing out experience tomorrow for each of you. I am going to try something different for the XP. A suggestion by Jerry and a few others.]
Brahmah Saturday September 4th, 2004 12:46:26 AM
Brahmah suggests...
"Rings, amulets, weapons, armor, cloaks and potions and scroll in that order. Of course, the arcane caster might have a better way."
"I only have irregular pearls."
Kanchana Saturday September 4th, 2004 4:56:42 PM
"We need to work on anything to protect the weaker; less protected ? members of our pride first. As far as I have taken note our warriors are actually fairly well armed as it is. But then warriors and more or less non-warriors will never see eye to eye on armament." Kanchana feels no need to downplay her partial lack of agreement with Brahmah's priority list. "Solgrin I will help you with the scrolls as best I can. I have no pearls at all, but I thought that we had found a few in the dragon hoard?" Kanchana finds a decent spot to work in; perferably outside. She does tell Solgrin also that she regrets not being able to help any more with any of the potions. As soon as she can she will do whatever is necessary to work with any divine spell scrolls.
((James it is basically the same for me if you take the list item by item, but we need to make sure that the "weakest" members of the Chosen get a helping hand, especially since it won't be getting any easier for us all I presume.))
Zeoll Saturday September 4th, 2004 6:09:09 PM
"If we need pearrls, let's use the loot to buy them. And thank you, good Solgrrin, for casting the spell."
[OOC: Can we just subtract 100gp from the party loot for every Identify cast? Or should we go to the Catacombs first to buy pearls? I'm looking forward to getting everything identified.]
Kanchana ((Eunice OOC)) Saturday September 4th, 2004 8:32:42 PM
((There is an email that Dominic sent about the identifying issue. He has some very good suggestions mentioned there. So maybe we can just briefly move the Identifying 'logistics' discussion over to that e-mail?))
Amendment. (DM Jim) Sunday September 5th, 2004 11:36:19 AM
The five coins that were offered to Gordo are the only things that he took. Flat-top's reasoning for him taking them was beyond fault and Gordo had to honor his wish.
Solgrin Sunday September 5th, 2004 4:12:01 PM
When they get back to his teachers home Solgrin will prepare and then cast his spells. Solgrin starts with the scrolls by using read magic. He will then start on the items beginning with any cloaks, rings, amulets, miscellaneous items then the weapons and armor.
Solgrin will see that the others know where the food is and tell them "the city has a group investigating the orphanage fire and the death of the head mistress. There is some normal everyday food here in the pantry or you could go a couple of buildings down the street to the north and there is a tavern that my teacher and I would goto every so often for our meals. They have some very nice food."
Here is the original list of magic items (new comments from me in italic):
Magic
1 potion -- that's 1 potion 1 large club 3 large hide armor 3 ring 4 potions -- that's 5 total so far 1 short stick 3 scrolls 2 rings 6 potions -- that's 11 total so far 1 amulet 1 white round gem 1 large heavy steel shield 2 cloaks 2 scrolls 1 small bag 1 large morningstar 1 bracer 1 large composite longbow
-- We really need to get a handle on how much this stuff is worth. Here are Appraise checks for Zeoll -- hopefully as Aid Another rolls!
7 heavy glass globes -- Appraise 14 8 medium falcions -- Appraise 21 4 medium javelins -- Appraise 15 8 medium chainmails -- Appraise 5 1 large javelin -- Appraise 5 1 metal toothpick -- Appraise 11 1 mirror on a chain -- Appraise 21 1 bag of starch -- Appraise 17 1 bird seed rattle -- Appraise 6
1 exceptional quality large longsword -- "It was used in one of the wars between the fays, a metal known as cold iron. The blade, hilt and guard is all done in a leaf pattern but not ornamental really. The sword is a large version of a longsword, specifically designed for a taur or large creature in mind." -- Appraise 15
2 small black round gems -- Appraise 15 2 small red star gems -- Appraise 21 185 platinum -- Appraise 10 145 gold -- Appraise 4 445 silver -- Appraise 5 77 copper -- Appraise 21 914 copper -- Appraise 21
Oops! Got carried away rolling! Probably didn't need to appraise the coins! LOL!
Gecktar Monday September 6th, 2004 5:25:30 AM
Gecktar cast detect evil on the items of the loot to see if there is some that radiate such aura. He will take some time to pray Domi, thanking him for lightenning their burden and showing them the way.
If he can have some rest he will prépare read magic spell to identify the scrolls.
Gecktar Monday September 6th, 2004 6:25:25 AM
Gecktar cast detect evil on the items of the loot to see if there is some that radiate such aura. He will take some time to pray Domi, thanking him for lightenning their burden and showing them the way.
If he can have some rest he will prépare read magic spell to identify the scrolls.
Kale Monday September 6th, 2004 9:28:42 AM
letting the others deal with the treasure, Kale walks down to the tavern and orders himself something to drink(ale) and daydreams about his share of the dragon's treasure.
Leets Monday September 6th, 2004 4:37:15 PM
Leets will use this peaceful time to take care of his own wounds. He will also pend time with Managarm.
Brahmah Monday September 6th, 2004 7:44:31 PM
Brahmah will take this time to think about the Quest and Children and whats best for everyone.
He thinks about the little village they left and Vasch. 'Could I have been more of a friend o Vasch? Seen eye to eye with him?'
Flat-top Monday September 6th, 2004 8:06:46 PM
Flat-top fell really down in the mouth, to cheer up he trots over to Kanchana, "Kanchana! want to go to have a little bite at the Inn?? Since I left the Colts, I don't want to be alone."
A Vacation of Sorts. (DM Jim) Monday September 6th, 2004 10:20:23 PM
The Chosen go about there own little bits of business and enjoy a little freetime. Some of the group spend their time going over the loot that was gained from their last little adventure.
For most it feels good to just not have to worry about life and death for some time. Though a few of you would rather be somewhere that was not a stuffy city, the gardens do supply a great relief.
[Identifications to come in the mail along with the Hero Point awards.]
Brahmah Monday September 6th, 2004 11:13:51 PM
After a day in the city, Brahmah starts feeling stifled and oppressed. The city to the ranger and former sailor seems small. 'I'll take the open sea anytime.'
He makes sure not to look, sound or seem depressed, he wouldn't want the druidess to come 'sing' to him again. So, he journies out to get a bite to eat. He tries to avoid any potential fights or bar-brawls. But, if one should just 'happen' to start, he'll make a point of finishing it.
Gecktar Tuesday September 7th, 2004 2:35:08 AM
After dealing with the loot and replenishing his strength, Geckatr is curious to see why this city is called the Floating City.
"Anybody wants to explore the city and make some tourism ? I'm curious to see why this city is called the Floating City. Is really the entire city in ythe sky ? I want to go to the borders and see by my eyes. Anybody wants to go with me ?"
Whatever the answer of the Chosen he will go to seek a border of the the city. Of course he will be happier to share some time with the others.
Leets Tuesday September 7th, 2004 3:46:16 AM
"I"ll gladly come Gecktar. And maybe on our way we can find some clergymen of Domi, who knows..."
"And Managarm can do some exercise at the same time!"
Flat-top Tuesday September 7th, 2004 4:18:31 AM
Flat-top Not wanting to go with Brahmah, He know (being an Ex sailor) if trouble should break out, that he would be in the center of it. Kanchana is busy identifying to treasure to take time out to has lunch with him, So He'll go with Gecktar to see if Floating City really Floats. "I'll go with you,Gecktar! I want to see this too."
Brahmah Tuesday September 7th, 2004 4:56:21 AM
OOC: The last time Brahmah was in a city of humans, alone, he was 'recruited' and became a pirate against his will. Some Chosen might know the story already. :)
Solgrin Tuesday September 7th, 2004 6:54:19 AM
Solgrin looks to those helping him and says "thank you for the help, you sure have alot to be identified."
Solgrin will take and study each item as he identifies them (spellcraft check take 20 (33 for check)) before he casts identify.
Kale Tuesday September 7th, 2004 10:34:02 AM
Kale stays at the tavern for the rest of the day drinking his cares away.
Kanchana d20+3=23 Tuesday September 7th, 2004 5:16:02 PM
Kanchana smiles when Flat-top asks her if she would like to join him, then she gestures at all of the work she volunteered to help out with to him. "I am sorry dear, but I promised Solgrin that I would help out." She frowns just a bit wearily, "I would love to have joined you, but I see that Gecktar wouldn't mind your company either." She gives the centaur's hand a gentle squeeze, "enjoy yourself though. Please tell me if this city is as bad as I think it is!" She gives Flat-top a quick, mischievous wink.
Kanchana laughs mirthfully at Solgrin's comment about the amounts of stuff to be identified. "Yes, we finally "got lucky". Usually it is not so much - so it is us who should be thanking you for the help friend!"
(Appraise check for the loot, 23 (nat. 20)) :)
((OOC: sorry if I have missed any posts; school work has been eating into all of my time!))
Zeoll Tuesday September 7th, 2004 9:52:51 PM
The liontaur has a favor to ask Kanchana.
"When we have some time off, would you walk with me in the garrdens they have herre? I would value yourr insights into philosophy and Naturre. I have much to learrn."
[OOC: Zeoll is gaining his third druid level.]
Otherwise he awaits the results of appraise checks, scroll readings, and appraisals. He is looking forward to the results.
"I alrready have my eyes on those potions of Eagle's Splendorr!"
More Time in the City. (DM Jim) Tuesday September 7th, 2004 11:29:08 PM
The days wear on with the identificatin done and most of the group having done their own little things. You are finding it a little better in the city. Most of the people are tolerable of taurs in the city and most inquire about you with curiousity.
It is soon discovered that the city is actually called Big Float due to the fact that some of it is underwater. With some talk to the citizens you find that the city has never really seen much from the outside world. It seems that the city is hidden by some means from the outside, though a recent event has occured with a few other new faces coming here.
Brahmah finds himself in one of the more seedier bars in the Float. The drink is the sort that burns as it goes down and would most likely peel the paint off a ship. Well into a few mugs he finds himself embroiled in a fight that he is not sure who started. To his credit he held his own for most of it till six burly dwarves ganged up on him at one time. Though not seriously injured he still got a black eye, fat lip and a busted rib out of the deal. Though the dwarves are no scene of roses themselves.
[Chosen - You are getting something good in the mail.]
Brahmah Wednesday September 8th, 2004 8:41:34 AM
[OOC: Ha!:) Thanks Jim.]
The battered and bruised, but VERY happy minoTaur returns to he group without saying a word.
"So, have we decided what to do with the magicks?" He pauses. "Why are you all staring at me?"
Gecktar Wednesday September 8th, 2004 9:20:17 AM
"Mmmm... What have you done Brahmah. Is this a giant that walks on your face ?"
Gecktar welcome Brahmah take by the shoulder and begin to examine the contusions.
"Well, let me watch to your wounds..."
Coming close from Brahmah he can smell the odor of alcohol.
"Is it serious Captain to put youself in such state ?" says Gecktar a smile on his face.
Leets Wednesday September 8th, 2004 9:51:14 AM
The Centaur paladin smiles at Brahmah's face...
"You know Gectar, for some it's the sea and sailing, for others the forest and wild spaces, and for others dales and sheeps...For Brahmah, a good bottle or two and a handful of alcoholized dwarves will just do fine..."
Kale Wednesday September 8th, 2004 10:24:28 AM
once he's finished doing his business at the bar, Kale stumbles back to the others and immediatly goes to sleep
Flat-top Wednesday September 8th, 2004 11:39:28 AM
Flat-top knows Brahmah very well, if Brahmah goes to a tavern alone he'll end up in jail. So he ash him "You know a drink sound good to me, cna I come along, I can see the edge of the wold later." Flat-top is off, next to the Captain.
Solgrin and Rozca Wednesday September 8th, 2004 11:39:31 AM
Solgrin looks at Brahmah when he gets back to the house then says "I should have warned you, the Float is a rough place at times. I have the items sorted out for the group thanks to the help of Kanchana and Gecktar." When all of the Chosen are around Solgrin asks "with the children now at the orphanage what are the plans of the Chosen?"
Rozca looks at Brahmah then makes a strange hissing sound as if she is giggling at Brahmah. Rozca will stay perched on Solgrins shoulder watching what is happening around Solgrin.
Flat-top Wednesday September 8th, 2004 12:24:50 PM
"Oh! Kanchana! I think your needed here? Look like our leader had a good time!" then to Brahmah, Flat-top ask " want to go to another tavern? for food this time?"
Zeoll Wednesday September 8th, 2004 6:34:06 PM
Zeoll takes advantage of the chance to relax. He visits the gardens and meditates [OOC: going up a level]. he practices the new, less flashy spells he can now cast. And he takes a whole day to summon an animal companion.
[OOC: Hey! Everyone else has one! Why not Zeoll! LOL!]
Zeoll also visits the Catacombs, if no one objects, to sell the nonmagic treasure. Did Kanchana want that cold iron sword? Or should Zeoll sell it?
Kanchana Wednesday September 8th, 2004 7:21:15 PM
Kanchana will eagerly and happily accompany Zeoll to the gardens. She will answer any questions that she can and will also share whatever druidic knowledge she has with Zeoll. Kanchana will point out that Gecktar seems to be managing Brahmahs injuries quite well alone, so she will go and discuss druidic thngs with Zeoll instead.
((The cold Iron sword was given to Kanchana as some sort of story line element by the DM (I think it is a storyline element anyway), so she will be keeping it.)) ((Are you going to pick up any "party treasure identification pearls" for some of the party monies Cayzle?))
Another Day Another Party. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 8th, 2004 9:30:53 PM
Brahmah is more than happy to have had something to keep his mind off the city for awhile. The fact that he spent the last hour of that day drinking with the dwarves, after the fight also helped to brighten his mood.
The rest give him a knowing look as he comes back in while Gecktar makes it to his side to check his wounds. The are all minor little things that should heal on thier own in the next couple of days.
Zeoll spends much of his time in the garden with Kanchana as they talk druidic knowledge. Kanchana is quick to help Zeoll get himself set up to summon a companion for himself, but beats a retreat when he is ready. For most this is a sacred and personal event, though some share it openly.
Later that day Brahmah goes back out to a different bar with Flat-top and who ever else would like to go. The intent is to have food and talk while they have the time for such luxuries. Brahmah notices that the group of dwarves are in this bar this night as he enters. The hoot at him in greeting and then turn back to their own mugs and food, while the bartender scowls and pulls up a club.
[Cayzle - What are you looking for in an animal companion? We can talk it over in email if you want and then play it out in game. :)]
Brahmah Thursday September 9th, 2004 1:46:34 AM
Brahmah seems, even after healing, to be bothered by his aching rib.
But he goes back out bar hopping with the centaur friend.
Kale Thursday September 9th, 2004 7:04:35 AM
the next morning, Kale dissapears again. he seems to be looking for something
OOC, looking for sighns of the local thieves guild
Flat-top Thursday September 9th, 2004 8:00:17 AM
Flat-top reminds that He has the possestion of the Morning star +2 and that he also had taken the Ring of Protection, witch he gave Kenchana for her protection.
Flaty-top want to fight the 'Small Fries dwarfs But want to eat first. He tells Brahmah to hold him back, after lonch he's going to whip the floor with them.'
Paw'caw(ceil) Thursday September 9th, 2004 8:02:21 AM
Paw'caw flies to brahmah to see if he's alright, She smells his breath, then flies off.
Managram(ceil) Thursday September 9th, 2004 8:06:54 AM
Managram follows Leets around as if Leets had an extra four paws. The dog wonders if there's another Big Bone in his futur.
Rozca(ceil) Thursday September 9th, 2004 8:12:22 AM
After going through the Gate, He has been a little con fused?? He does not know where he is? or what he is any more?? But what are those other Animals?? He hopesw tha his master will strainten thing out??
Elder(ceil) Thursday September 9th, 2004 8:16:00 AM
Elder watches this huge Liontaur and he's talking to his mistress, he thinks "He better not come closer or I'll bit him on his paw!' he watches Zeoll closely.
Leets Thursday September 9th, 2004 3:02:07 PM
On his way while visiting the visit, Leets will try to find a butcher and will buy one big bone or two...(If Managarm is a nice dog...)
Kanchana Thursday September 9th, 2004 6:00:15 PM
Kanchana will take some time; while conversing with Zeoll, to 'play' with Ilder. She will also make sure that Ilder and Zeoll are properly introduced. She explains to Ilder that Zeoll is a druid like herself. Kanchana would rather remain here to take her meals than go to any cramped, stuffy taverns. However she is; as almost always, open to persuasion.
Solgrin Thursday September 9th, 2004 8:43:07 PM
Solgrin stays around the house so that if any of the chosen need him he can be found. Solgrinwill give Rozca small bits of rabbit a couple of times during the day when she gets hungry.
Zeoll d20+7=9 Thursday September 9th, 2004 9:38:26 PM
Zeoll tries to convince Ilder that he is friendly, with little success (Wild Empathy check 9!). Smiling ruefully, the liontaur thanks Kanchana for her help. "You have truly helped enlighten me," he tells her in wemic.
When he is alone to meditate, Zeoll concentrates on Nature and sends his thoughts wending through his memories. He follows the mental tracks laid in his brain by animals he has observed and hunted. His memory unravels around the lore he had heard from the old shaman who taught him.
His thoughts, his emotions, his meditations, his prayers all twist and in a tangle. He follows them in his head, snaking through the tales and experiences of his life, twisting and wriggling, crawling and inching, looking for a choice thought, stabbing forward like lightning to grab the essence of his imaginings.
When he opens his eyes, he finds himself staring into the reptilian gaze of a viper.
"Ah. Naturrally," he murmurs in druidic. He acquaints himself with his new companion.
As the Wold turns, very slowly. (DM Jim) d100=3 Thursday September 9th, 2004 10:18:28 PM
The dwarves do not start a fight this night, but the do send over some very nice ale to Brahmah's table. The part of the group that went had a good time and ate their fill, though they had no other entertainment; unless they make it.
Kale finds out some info on the local thieves guild but to his dismay it is a group called the Anvil Heart. He recalls the name from the talks with Solgrin and Gordo...they burned down the old orphanage. Still there is talk that the leader and part of his group was taken into local custody.
Zeoll wakes from his meditation to find himself looking into the eyes of a viper, but something does not feel right about it. He finds a sudden urge to go for a walk and finds himself in what he would call the sewers of the city. There he finds a crocodile that has been living in the sewers for some time. It eyes his suspiciously for a few minutes as Zeoll takes in the sight.
Brahmah Friday September 10th, 2004 1:17:22 AM
Brahmah excepts the drinks but doesn't start any 'entertainment'. He talks to the dwarves about anything they want to converse about.
Gecktar Friday September 10th, 2004 2:35:49 AM
Gecktar search the city for any trace of Domi 's church. If he finds something, he will stay meditating and praying here. If his research are unsuccessful, he will go back to Solgrim's master's home and pray in any place relatively calm.
Flat-top Friday September 10th, 2004 7:59:28 AM
Flat-top Looks to Brahmah and ask "You going to accept this beer from these pipsqueeks?? I think I'll go back to Kanchana, she much better drinking companion..." Flat-top turns to go and find his weimic.
Leets Friday September 10th, 2004 2:07:03 PM
As soon as one or two big bones have been packed in a piece of paper, Leets follows Gecktar to find some holy place of Domi's clergymen. He would be really happy to find such a place, because it has been a long time since the last time he could talk with Domi quietly...
Zeoll d20+7=17 Friday September 10th, 2004 2:11:25 PM
Zeoll watches the viper slither away into a tunnel. "A Tunnel!"
The liontaur follows his instincts and makes his way underground. Snaking his way through twisty sewers, he finds a crocodile. Trying to make friends with the reptile, Zeoll wonders if this is his companion! [Wild Empathy check 17]
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[OOC: Waiting for the Catacombs ... soon I'll have a loot report for us!]
Zeoll d12=4 Saturday September 11th, 2004 9:32:11 AM
Zeoll returns to Solgrin's house with his new crocodile in tow. "Don't worrry," he says, "This is my frriend."
Then he takes all the loot and the gold he got from the Catacombs for the mundane stuff and divides it all into eight piles.
"Each of these eight piles is worrth 7,291 gold pieces, give or take a few silverr. I want all of us to rroll this die in turrn (he shows a twelve-sided die) -- the highest rrollerrs pick firrst."
"Note that the two best weapons are so valuable that whoeverr picks them will owe someone else some gold to make up forr it." He seems to have had some help in writing out I-Owe-You's -- since he can't read or write.
Here are the eight piles. [The numbers in parentheses are the gp values]:
Loot Pile Five: ring of feather fall (2200) hide armor+1 (1210) heavy steel shield+1 (1190) cloak of comfort (1000) neutralize poison potion (750) blur potion (300) gold (641)
Loot Pile Six: ring of feather fall (2200) ring of protection +1 (2000) pearl of power - 1st (1000) cloak of comfort (1000) eagle's splendor potion (300) gold (791)
Loot Pile Seven: amulet of natural armor+1 (2000) ring of protection +1 (2000) gray bag of tricks (900) warp wood scroll - 3rd (125) fire trap scroll - 3rd (125) euphoria scroll - 3rd (125) hornet's nest scroll - 2nd (50) obscuring mist scroll - 1st (25) gold (915) Loot Pile 2 owes me (1025.4)
Zeoll picks up the die and rolls a 4. "Looks like I'll be picking nearr the back of the queue!"
Leets d12=1 Saturday September 11th, 2004 9:50:21 AM
The Centaur paladin, who found no church of Domi, finally join the group at Solgrin's house, and will take part to the loot sharing.
(OOC: Doh! 1...)
Brahmah d12=9 Saturday September 11th, 2004 11:37:40 AM
(Rolled 9)
Gecktar d12=1 Saturday September 11th, 2004 1:25:35 PM
Like Leets, Gecktar is disapointed for not having found a holy place of Domi. But maybe they have searched the wrong way.
Back to the house of Solgrim he too roll a dice. He looks at Leets and then laugh out loud. This is not their chance day. Maybe they should return tomorrow to find a holy place of Domi in the city.
(Roll ... 1)
A Turn by a Turn. (CM Jim) Saturday September 11th, 2004 2:19:42 PM
Leets and Gecktar are both able to find a temple of Domi in the city, in fact it was easy to find. They unfortunately find out that there is a matter at the jail that is being attended to and the temple is closed for the day. Seemed like important business was being taken care of.
The dwarves talk about weapons and armor along with the insides of caves. Some of the stuff is interesting but others are not for an outdoors man. Still Brahmah is surprised to find out that all of the dwarves like to sail as well and that topic takes up many hours of talk...talltales and all.
Zeoll finds that the crocodile is more than willing to follow him about. Though he does get some funny looks for passerbys and some even take of screaming. He only has one altercation with the city guard, but they let it go with a warning as the creature is a friend and under control.
It is getting late as everyone returns to Solgrin's master's house. A nice meal is already prepared as the group enters and Zeoll has other good news as he enters. He has been to the mysterious Catacombs and gotten some money for the group.
[Sorry for a late post on Saturday.]
Flat-top d12=4 Saturday September 11th, 2004 3:01:59 PM
Flat-top is suprised that dwarves can sail and wonders if they use very small boats. He no longer want to fight, "Come on Captain! Let's go back to the err, to meet with the others."
Flat-top rolled a 4, are we going to fight over the piles of treasure Zeoll??
Kanchana d12=11 Saturday September 11th, 2004 3:55:06 PM
Kanchana will spend her time learning about this city and its inhabitants and getting to know Solgrin better as well. She will be bold enough to ask him about the dreams that Domi has sent him. Zeoll's crocodile alarms her and she makes sure that Ilder is nearby her in case the croc thinks of smaller animals as food.
((Cayzle I do not understand this treasure splitting of yours, in particular the "Loot Pile # owes me (#)" stuff. Please explain this strange system. Also please explain how you came up with these odd groupings (piles). I hope the Fey Sword thing isn't figured into this since it is a DM device for storyline, as far as I know since Kanchana would never have picked up a long sword, and James had suddenly posted at one point that she mystically had it for some reason or other!))
((ROLLED 11))
Zeoll Saturday September 11th, 2004 4:34:43 PM
Zeoll laughs at Flat-top. "No, my frriend, you don't have to fight! That would not be fairr to everryone else, since you would beat us all and win everrything!"
Zeoll finds a length of rope and puts his crocodile on a leash to reassure everybody.
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OOC: Here is the story behind the treasure. I took all the cash and the gp value of all the items and added it together (after paying for Identifies, and not including the cold iron sword). That totalled 58,325 gp. I divided that by 8 and got 7,291 gp. So everybody should get a pile worth 7,291 gp.
Then I divided the loot into eight piles.
But the +2 weapons are worth MORE than 7,291 gp! So if you get one of those, you are getting more than your fair share. You owe some gold back into the pot. SInce a +2 weapon is worth more than 1 share, if you take it, you then also get an IOU. I hope that is clear.
Since someone who takes a +2 weapon has to give an IOU, that means someone else has to get the IOU. So Loot Pile 1 has an IOU to Loot Pile 8, and Loot Pile 2 has an IOU to Loot Pile 7.
If Brahmah takes Loot Pile 1 and Zeoll takes Loot Pile 8, then Brahmah owes Zeoll 1,209 gp.
I hope this explains the IOUs.
As for what items went into which piles, I just tried to spread things out so that every pile has useful stuff. I did try to make the first four piles to be fighter oriented, and piles 6, 7, and 8 are better for spell casters, but I hope there is something for everything.
After you get your pile, there's nothing to say you can't trade with a friend, if someone else got something you like.
It is a little better to use things than to sell them to the Catacombs, since the Catacombs only gives you 9 silvers on the gold in trade in value.
Please let me know if you have questions or comments.
We are rolling for the right to pick a pile. If Kanchana's 11 wins, she will get to pick which of the 8 piles is hers. Then the next highest roll will pick from the remaining 7 piles. So far the pick order is:
Flat-top and Zeoll and Leets and Gecktar are tied -- please reroll to see who is ahead for these ties.
Zeoll d12=12 Saturday September 11th, 2004 4:36:24 PM
Rolls again to break his tie with Flat-top -- 12!
"Ha! A Twelve! Orr you could fight me! Me and Crroc!"
:-)
Solgrin and Rozca Saturday September 11th, 2004 5:06:53 PM
Solgrin sits back and watches the Chosen go over the loot.
Rozca sees the croc and curls up tighter around Solgrins neck hiding.
After a while Solgrin decides that the croc is not going to be of any real problem and tells Rozca "I don't think it will try to eat you."
Brahmah Saturday September 11th, 2004 5:47:08 PM
OOC: I suggest that Zeoll and Flat-top flip a coin (roll d2). Who ever gets the 2 picks first between the two. ??
Brahmah Saturday September 11th, 2004 5:47:57 PM
OOC: Rolling a d2 should break the tie.
Kale d12=2 Saturday September 11th, 2004 6:31:23 PM
"At last, treasure." Kale says with a clenched fist as he looks at the piles of loot(rolled an 2)
Zeoll d2=2 d2=2 Saturday September 11th, 2004 7:29:20 PM
Zeoll likes Brahmah's idea to resolve ties! "I'll flip this coin to see who wins. Of Flat-top and me, heads [even] is Flat-top!" ... he flips the coin ... "heads is "Flat-top!"
"And now between Leets and Gecktarr ... heads is Leets ... and heads is Leets!"
The picking order is now:
Kanchana -- 11 Brahmah -- 9 Flat-top -- 4+ Zeoll -- 4- Kale -- 2 Leets -- 1+ Gecktar -- 1- Toros -- gets the last remining pile.
"Kanchana, you get first pick, then Brrahmah, Flat-top, me, Kale, Leets, Gecktarr, and Torros. Take yourr pick!"
Brahmah Monday September 13th, 2004 4:26:03 AM
OOC: I choose Loot Pile #1.
On Brahmah's Honor, he'll pay back Pile #8 upon returning from the Catacombs.
Kanchana Monday September 13th, 2004 6:26:45 AM
Kanchana carefully looks over the piles of loot and finally after a long bout of thinking decides to take pile # 7. Her reasoning? It seemed more suitable for a druid...
"I have decided to take the pile listed as #7. Whoever is next doesn't have to wait for me to make up my mind any more."
The druidess seems happy with her choice.
((I choose:
Loot Pile Seven: amulet of natural armor+1 (2000) ring of protection +1 (2000) gray bag of tricks (900) warp wood scroll - 3rd (125) fire trap scroll - 3rd (125) euphoria scroll - 3rd (125) hornet's nest scroll - 2nd (50) obscuring mist scroll - 1st (25) gold (915) Loot Pile 2 owes me (1025.4).))
Zeoll Monday September 13th, 2004 6:39:18 AM
"My guess is that Flat-top will take Loot Pile Two -- the morningstarr!" Zeoll smiles at his friend as he says that.
"My prreferrence is for Loot Pile Six -- I would love that pearrl and that rring of prrotection."
Choices so far:
Kanchana -- 11 -- Loot Pile Seven Brahmah -- 9 -- Loot Pile One Flat-top -- 4+ -- Loot Pile Two? Zeoll -- 4- -- Loot Pile Six Kale -- 2 Leets -- 1+ Gecktar -- 1- Toros -- gets the last remining pile.
Flat-top Monday September 13th, 2004 7:15:26 AM
Flat-top Pick up The Morningstar ang rubs his hand all over it. "Yes! Domi want me to have this weapon." Flat-top chooses Pile #2 with the Morninstar+2 and will owe Kanchana 1025.4gp.
Flat-top opens his money pouch and gives the gold to Kanchana "Here! Kitten is your money." Smiling all the time. But as he look back into his money pouch and see only 5gp a few silver and copper, thinks to himself 'Females are sure expensive'.
Gecktar Monday September 13th, 2004 11:54:49 AM
Gecktar waits for Kale then Leets to take their loot. Whatever they'll leave, he will be happy to have some magical items or cash.
Leets Monday September 13th, 2004 2:12:46 PM
Leets waits for kale, and tells Gecktar:
"You can take any one of the two that will remain my friend...Both seem to have good things, and anyway, as long as it remains in the party, I'm happy..."
Zeoll Monday September 13th, 2004 7:36:36 PM
After dividing the loot, Zeoll spends the next couple days visiting the Catacombs again and training his crocodile. He makes sure it knows how to heel and not fight with or eat his friends!
Toros (the recent fugitive) - OOC d6=6 Monday September 13th, 2004 9:07:51 PM
Finally I am on computer and line again. Hope for a long time I will not have any more computer issues, more than I can handle, since I have spent so much time recently dealing with several of them, trying to make use of the comparatively free time. Again thank you for your patience.
Also thank you indeed Zeoll and Cayzle for this arduous work about the loot and the suggestion about how to be a good Bard. For the loot, I am happy to take the remaining pile, as from the previous Loot the sharing was very generous for me. For the Bard spells, I am still thinking to take the illusion (L1) and ghost sound (L0), assuming that the Chosen Party may need them, and there is noone among us who has these spells. For the second L1 spell, I still do not know... but here in front of you I roll my next level Bard hit die, 1d6, 6. Hope this makes it harder to die.
Another Day Older and Deeper in Debt. (DM Jim) Monday September 13th, 2004 11:31:39 PM
The group has taken care of the loot and divided it up among their number. The days wear on and the group find themselves stifled a little in the big city. There are many things to distract them though.
The temple of Domi is not too far away and now open for business. The gardens are a nice place to spend time relaxing and getting ready for whatever maybe next for the group.
Kale Tuesday September 14th, 2004 12:51:24 AM
looking over the remaining piles, Kale says "Ill take pile #4."
Leets Tuesday September 14th, 2004 2:08:02 AM
Leets considers piles #3 and #5...
"Gecktar...I already have the shield Domi offered me, so I leave you #5..."
Leets takes pile #3...
Gecktar Tuesday September 14th, 2004 2:21:11 AM
"Its fine for me my friend" says Gecktar to Leets. And he takes the pile #5.
"I need some time to train and maybe do some exchange in the catacombs. So see you later my friends"
First Gecktar goes to the temple of Domi to see if it is open and will pray for a while, and thanks Domi for his help in giving him these magic stuff. Second he will maybe go to the catacombs to see if he can buy some new stuff.
Solgrin and Rozca Tuesday September 14th, 2004 4:31:07 PM
Solgrin spends the day in his teachers library doing some reasearch.
Rozca tells Solgrin "Boss I think they are all done with the pretty things."
Brahmah Tuesday September 14th, 2004 5:25:16 PM
Brahmah walks the cloisters of the Temple and sits in on a service or two (He disarms within the temple out of respect, leaving his weapons and armor in a safe place in the foyer). He ponders many things of the past weeks and soon finds peace in the situation.
OOC: He also can't wait to spend his portion of the booty. :) Tell me when we can spend our share. ---------------------- Loot Pile One: composite longbow+2 (8500) I Owe Loot Pile 8: 1209.4)
Pile #8 not claimed.
Kanchana Tuesday September 14th, 2004 6:52:17 PM
Kanchana will pull Solgrin aside for a private conversation. Other than that she will be counting the days until they can leave this unnatural place. Kanchana will spend some free time trying to train Ilder a few useful things as well.
Zeoll d20+6=20 Tuesday September 14th, 2004 8:33:11 PM
Zeoll spends today looking for other Taurs in this town, starting with Solgrin. "My frriend," he asks the centaur, "I am interrested in Taurrs acrross the Wold, since Domi tells us that we arre all brrotherrs and sisterrs. Could you intrroduce me to any you might know?"
Zeoll follows up on any leads, looking for Taurs who have ended up so far frrom the Taur Isles. Or maybe their ancestors came from the lost Taur homeland?
[Gather Info check is a 20!]
Toros Tuesday September 14th, 2004 9:21:55 PM
Pile #8 is Toros's then.
Toros starts to play with his new gear, almost droping and breaking the blur potion while he was shaking and throwing it to air in order to make better sense of it.
The Long Wait. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 15th, 2004 12:22:10 AM
The day wears on and on. The group maybe starting to feel a little sick for the open and maybe a little adventure.
Zeoll finds out that there are several taurs in The Float and with many different jobs. He is able to track down a merchant, weaponsmith and even a baker with Solgrin's help and talking to the locals.
[Keep up the good roleplay and will be looking for character sheets in the email from some of you soon. :) Let's say to try and have them in within a week from today, if that seems no problem.]
[You may also head for the Catacombs to sell off any of your booty that you wish and purchase different items.]
Flat-top Wednesday September 15th, 2004 10:10:29 AM
Flat-top is very restless, he practice with his new weapon and likes the balance of it. He spends the rest of the day eating, running and staying in battle shape.
He misses the Uni-taurs, he would like to see them one more time, but he knows that they must get use to their new home. All is left for him is to wait to be called by Domi.
Solgrin Wednesday September 15th, 2004 4:48:03 PM
Solgrin spends part of the day with Zeoll as Zeoll goes around the Float meeting the taurs living here. "What has it been like for you as on e of the Chosen Zeoll?" Solgrin asks.
The other part of the day Solgrin will spend some of it talking with Kanchana.
Afterwards Solgrin will talk with those Chosen that return to the home for a meal asking them as a group "Where shall we go now?"
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday September 15th, 2004 7:49:02 PM
After her flights, Paw'caw always return to her master when ever shecan. This time her trips were differant, She does not hunt or catches any fish. She just comes back to her master for food.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday September 15th, 2004 7:51:20 PM
Managram sits in the foyer of the Temple of Domi, chewing on his bone waiting for Leets.
Elder(ceil) Wednesday September 15th, 2004 8:03:45 PM
Kanchana is trying to teach her pet on how to wash his face and paws before he eats, then how to groom himself. Which berries to pick for himself. The littla weasel sit up with a look of intrest on his face and listens. But all the time wodering when is mama going to feed him??
Crock(ceil) Wednesday September 15th, 2004 8:16:42 PM
In the under ground lakes the crock listens to what Zeoll is trying to teach him. He think 'Oh! sure, don't eat the dog, don't eat the weasel, don't eat the fork tung slimer. I wonder what I can eat? How about that black and white Centaur? He look bad enough to eat!'
Toros d20=10 Wednesday September 15th, 2004 8:43:43 PM
Zeoll, may I ask a question that I always want to ask you, if you dont mind:
I noticed that your saying of "r" is a bit different, longer than usual. For me it is something verry nice of you, although for a perrson that has heart about your stories - like me- at firrst it was something I would neverrr thought, but now I feel I have also sometimes started to do like that. I wonder how you do think about this characteristic of yourrs...
I hope I did not offend you, it is just curriosity of mine, that I ask this question.
Toros tries to be charming enough not to make a big mistake against Zeoll. (d20, 10 + 2 = 12)
Kanchana Wednesday September 15th, 2004 9:17:30 PM
Kanchana continues her talk with Solgrin.
Zeoll d20+20=23 Wednesday September 15th, 2004 9:38:52 PM
For a moment Zeoll looks discouraged at Toros's questions -- his tail drags on the ground -- but not offended at him or angry at all. He answers Toros in wemic, in which he has no accent at all.
"Forgive me if I seem sad, brother. Even among our own people, the stories have faded and memory dwindles. Long ago we were a noble folk, living not on a small island but on vast plains. But we sinned against Tomi and our fellow Taurs, and our penance now is to be the least of the three kindreds, the least in numbers and majesty. Many of our people do not know this, and many have chosen to forget it, or to deny it. They do not accept that we sinned."
"Part of our mission under Tomi's will, I believe, is to face our past and make peace among our fellow Taurs."
"In the heart of Liontaur Isle, away from the alien shore, some of your kin have tried to keep to the old ways. They hunt and live as nomadic a life as they can, dreaming of gazelle and rhino, then waking to rabbit and fox."
"Those are my people. They hew to the old ways, not reading or writing, not engaging in trade, not sailing away. But their numbers have been greatly diminished -- both by the fierce attacks by hell hounds that plague them, and by the flight of young ones to the civilized coasts, where many become merchants and sailors."
"I won't say that modern liontaurs have lost their way, but ai think there is a truth in the old traditions. So you see that in my mane I wear the old-style beads and feathers that reveal me as a priest, of the Nonowla pride that has been destroyed, and of the Aene Clan." He shows Toros the beads that mean each of these things.
Zeoll switches over to common. "And we of the hearrtland seldom speak in the common tongue of men. When we do, we twist it arround ourr pointed teeth and it comes out as you hearr me speak it. I think it's a naturral accent, since it suits the shape of ourr mouths. Even those brrought up away frrom theirr kin speak sometimes speak with the brroaderr sound."
[OOC: My other liontaur character, Vauhwyt, was seperated from her family and all other Taurs at a very young age. But she still speaks with the broader R from time to time, especially if it appears at the end of a sentence.]
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Zeoll is glad to engage Solgrin in conversation, and seems happy to hear the questions. "You must know, my fellow Chosen, that I was only rrecently rreturrned frrom the Lands of Rrest. I died beforre the Yearr of Ascension. But I well rremeberr the wonderrful days when the Chosen werre firrst drrawn by Domi to his serrvice. It was not easy forr us, racial enemies of old, to learrn to worrk togetherr, but Domi inspirred us. Then we werre rewarrded with a home on Brridge Island, and we werre honorred with the Healed Hearrt of Domi, which had been sunderred. In those naive days we thought that healing the Sunderred Hearrt would heal ourr peoples, but alas, afterr I died the Hearrthold Keep fell, and we became rrefugees."
A cloud passes over his face. "I have forrgiven my frriends, but I still feel in my hearrt that they let me down when they did not rraise me. Who knows? Maybe in defense of ourr home I might have helped turrn the tide? But that is now past."
He continues, with determination in his voice. "It is still my goal to rreturrn home and set things to rrights. That's why I trry to seek out Taurrs wherreverr we go, to sprread the message that all Taurrs arre one kind, one rrace."
Zeoll tells Solgrin the stories of the early days of the Chosen. He especially enjoys the story of how Domi Himself took this greatsword -- he displays it -- blessed it, and gave it back to Zeoll. The Wold has moved on, and priests like Zeoll no longer use such weapons, but through Domi's grace he has kept the gift and still uses it. [OOC: that's why Zeoll -- a druid -- can use a greatsword!]
Zeoll talks to the Taurs that Solgrin introduces him to, and offers blessings and stories [Diplomacy 23]. He asks for the names of the Taurs he meets, and hopes to see them again in the future.
[OOC: Ceil, thanks for helping play Croc. Remember that he is brave and stupid!]
Brahmah Thursday September 16th, 2004 12:54:25 AM
He feeds Pah'caw whenever she returns.
Brahmah ponders life.
Leets Thursday September 16th, 2004 2:20:01 AM
Leets considers quickly his new gear, but remembers Managarm also deserves something, so he takes one of the big bones he just bought, and offers one to the german sheperd.
"Here it is, my dog, you did a good job!"
Gecktar Thursday September 16th, 2004 2:49:03 AM
Hearing the speech of Zeol with Solgrin, Gecktar realizes that the he has still in charge the Heart of Domi. Thinking that this is the right of every Chosen to see it, he take it from his pack and the bring it in the light putting it on a table.
"Here's the Heart of Domi... and buy our actions should it never fade."
He pauses for a moment giving the time for other around here to see it and maybe send a prayer to Domi.
Flat-top Thursday September 16th, 2004 7:03:40 AM
Flat-top steping around the Croc, watching him. "I wonder where you came from??". As he watch the Croc, Flat-top swears that he saw the big lizard lick his teeth. But as he come accross Zeoll and Torros, he tell the both of them. "Zeoll, I must tell you that it was not our idea to try to bring you back. By the time the battle was over, we had to your body to rest. We never forgotten you, we missed you greatly. But when we saw you back with us, to help battle those four Red Wyrms so our Taur mothers and Unitaurs to be safe from all three High Cleric. They united to put a price on our heads for something we never did. Those cleric still want those Children and kill us all if they can. Domi want you back here for a reason, your job with us is not done yet. And as for Toros! you do slur you 'R's' every now and then and you don't notice it, don't stop I like it."
Kale Thursday September 16th, 2004 10:23:46 AM
"When are we going to leave this place? Im tired of looking at all these ugly humans." Kale says to no one in paticular.
Zeoll Thursday September 16th, 2004 1:46:20 PM
Zeoll goes off to visit the Catacombs, and comes back almost as fast.
"Hey everrybody! Gosh darrn it! Turrns out Brrahmah's Bow and my so-called Rring of Featherr Falling are currsed! We have to take all the items to the Catacombs to find out if any of the rrest arre currsed. The Catacombs will tell you forr frree if they arre!"
"I guess it is only fairr to rredivide all the loot again afterr that! What a pain in the rrump!"
Zeoll puts all his loot back on the table.
Bad News!
The Red and the Gold
The Village
One Way
Bad News!
The Hammer Falls. (DM Jim) Thursday September 16th, 2004 8:40:24 PM
Zeoll comes racing back into the house that the group is staying in with some bad news. The two words that strike terror into any characters heart...Cursed Items.
It seems that some cursed stuff was found among the treasure but not detected in the identifing process.
Torros d20=3 Thursday September 16th, 2004 10:57:35 PM
Toros listens Zeoll very carefully, and he looks like he gets what the experienced Wemic tells, but in fact he is not able to understand much, except that it is something important.
He will also enjoy to experience the mimicing of Zeoll's longer 'r's. So he can learn more about it later, as well.
"Currsed items!! What a pity! OK, I go and return my pile, but I have used up half of my wand alrready!!"
Of course this is a joke, and Toros tells "it is joke", soon after watching the sudden arise of confusion and surprise in Zeoll's face. Then he runs and brings back his pile and gives it to him. "Herre it is, it is all here."
Brahmah Thursday September 16th, 2004 11:56:11 PM
"Well, I will return the bow to the pile until we get this resolved. We all should do the same, so no one taur gets more or less than another."
Gecktar Friday September 17th, 2004 2:30:14 AM
Gecktar is looking for an answer in the Catacombs. He also has a ring of feather fall and it may be cursed...
Flat-top Friday September 17th, 2004 8:17:07 AM
Flat-top enter behind Brahmah and Zeoll and He's not happy, actuly you can see steam comming out of his ears.
All the pets and companions run for either safty or cover. Flat-top goes to the table and drops his dream weapon on the pile of items, turn to Zeoll "Do you know how long I waited to replace the old Morning star that Domi first gave me, now this happens. I swear if that Morningstar is curse, I'll go back and kill that Red Dragon all over again!!"
Flat-tops goes off and broods.
Kale Friday September 17th, 2004 9:41:04 AM
"This is a bunch of bull!" Kale says angerly as he dumps his stuff back into the pile.
Zeoll Friday September 17th, 2004 10:51:25 AM
The liontaur sighs.
"Well, frriends, let's get started again."
He makes four piles on a table.
CASH -- 4,659 gp
NOT CURSED -- ring of protection +1 ... 2,000 gp -- pearl of power - 1st ... 1,000 gp -- cloak of comfort ... 1,000 gp -- eagle's splendor potion ... 300 gp
CURSED -- "ring of feather fall" -- "composite longbow +2"
UNKNOWN -- neutralize poison potion ... 750 gp -- neutralize poison potion ... 750 gp -- neutralize poison potion ... 750 gp -- eagle's splendor potion ... 300 gp -- cat's grace potion ... 300 gp -- cat's grace potion ... 300 gp -- blur potion ... 300 gp -- blur potion ... 300 gp -- blur potion ... 300 gp -- charm person potion ... 50 gp -- warp wood scroll - 3rd ... 125 gp -- fire trap scroll - 3rd ... 125 gp -- euphoria scroll - 3rd ... 125 gp -- disguise self scroll - 3rd ... 75 gp -- hornet's nest scroll - 2nd ... 50 gp -- obscuring mist scroll - 1st ... 25 gp -- hide armor+1 ... 1,210 gp -- hide armor+1 ... 1,210 gp -- hide armor+1 ... 1,210 gp -- heavy steel shield+1 ... 1,190 gp -- morningstar+2 ... 8,316 gp -- club+1 ... 2,300 gp -- wand: fox's cunning ... 4500 gp -- gauntlets of ogre power ... 4,000 gp -- ring of feather fall ... 2,200 gp -- ring of protection +1 ... 2,000 gp -- ring of protection +1 ... 2,000 gp -- amulet of natural armor+1 ... 2,000 gp -- cloak of comfort ... 1,000 gp -- gray bag of tricks ... 900 gp
Zeoll says, "Now my job is to go to the Catacombs and find out what is currsed and what is not." He leaves.
Brahmah Friday September 17th, 2004 4:23:50 PM
Brahmah just nods in agreement with his friends anger. It's very upsetting, but not the end of the world, after all, they did have a good idea where the Gold's treasure was. No, no, not the Golds gold! Gees. Be good Brahmah!
Zeoll Friday September 17th, 2004 4:38:20 PM
The liontaur returns looking very disheartened.
He brings back all the loot and puts it on the table.
"My frriends," he says, "The Catacombs has this to say ..." He speaks, using a bard's natural ability to remember and recite:
'If you think therre may be currsed items in this lot, I don't think we can take any of it. Unless you get them cerrtified. The cost will prrobably be just as much as Identification. 110 gp per item."
"My frriends, we have thrree choices. One, divide up the items among ourrselves without the currse analysis. Two, pay forr the currse analysis. Thrree, pass out all items to use, but count them all as parrty items. Afterr using them in a rreal fight, we can divide up whateverr turrns out to be uncurrsed."
"I like option thrree best."
Flat-top Friday September 17th, 2004 6:51:51 PM
Flat-top who is leaning against a tree Still Steeping mad (more disapointed) He thinks "Give up a dream of a morningstar, because it might be curse? ot Take a chance that the weapon is not curse??" Flat-top look into hid money pouch, seeing that there's not enough money to pay to find out.
So he yells to Zeoll "I also choose option Three!"
After making his choice, he realise that a real mother would not give armor or weapons that will hurt them, She would make sure that the items were safe for her little ones."
Brahmah Saturday September 18th, 2004 1:03:04 AM
After listening to Zeoll, Brahmah states his issues. "I hate curses. I think we should pay the price for decursing the loot."
Solgrin Saturday September 18th, 2004 4:59:44 PM
"Cursed! I am terribly sorry for not detecting that they are cursed. I am currently not powerfull enough to cast spells that might tell me if an item is cursed. I will start working on a spell to help with this. It may take me along time but eventually I will come up with one." Solgrin says.
Kale Sunday September 19th, 2004 10:41:57 AM
"I like the first option." Kale says. "It doesnt do us any good to use an item and find out that its cursed."
Leets Sunday September 19th, 2004 2:23:28 PM
"I agree with Kale, we really don't need cursed items. I can feel some of them are really...evil, and I don't want anybody to use them..."
Kanchana Sunday September 19th, 2004 4:14:22 PM
Kanchana is not too happy about wasting even more time on the treasure stuff, but majority rules... neither is she too happy about wasting even more time in this blight of a city. "I do have a suggestion however, and that is that the non-fighter spellcasters be given first rights to any magical protection since we typically cannot wear any conventional armor."
Brahmah Sunday September 19th, 2004 8:33:01 PM
"Kanchana, you can wear hide though, right?" Brahmah looks confused, as usual.
Toros Monday September 20th, 2004 12:52:24 AM
"We can choose option three or one to split the treasure. Regarding this, please let me ask a question. About wands, like the fux's cunning, don't we already consider them as group items, same as the healing wands?"
OOC: There is no one among us who has "illusion" spell, is that right? Thus if Toros takes this spell, it will be of some help to the group....
Gecktar Monday September 20th, 2004 1:09:20 PM
"I think we don't need cursed items... They could upset the balance at a time we are in danger" says Gecktar "The first solution is the best I think."
Zeoll Monday September 20th, 2004 2:12:38 PM
Zeoll tells the new centaur not to worry. "Solgrrin, it is not yourr fault. But can you rremove a currse orr currsed item afterr the currse is triggerred?"
"Anyway," he says, continuing, "I'm not surre I was clearr. Let's go overr this."
"Option One: Divide items with NO currse analysis. If you get a currsed item, bad luck for you."
"Gecktarr, Kale, and Leets said they like this option. Torros likes it too."
"Option Two: Pay for the currse detection and then divide the loot."
Brahmah likes this option."
"Option Thrree: Use the items as parrty trreasurre to figurre out which arre currsed, then divide them up laterr."
"Zeoll and Flat-top like this option. Torros likes it too."
"Did everrybody speak corrrectly?"
"Kanchana says give the spell casterrs who can't wearr armorr the protection items, but everrybody wearrs arrmorr, so who does she mean?"
Zeoll looks pensive for a minute as he remembers the mages who once journeyed with the Chosen ... especially Ceira and Kenisha ... but no more.
Kanchana Monday September 20th, 2004 3:38:44 PM
"Zeoll, it means that those who can wear conventional armor should stick with conventional armor - for the mean time anyway. Spellcasters can typically not wear any armor other than magical armor. I can and do wear light armor, but that leaves Solgrin with no protection at all."
Kanchana looks less than pleased and with some hesitation continues her speech,
"also my experience with our 'warrior types' is that they normally do not protect the less armored members - instead they frequently opt to charge head first into any fights they can find; with no regards for how that might effect those who have no armor."
"Not everyone wears armor Zeoll, you need to look more closely."
Kanchana states her request once more; apperently being the only one to think of other peoples' safety.
"Hence I ask that the magical protection items be reserved for the spellcasters first and foremost. The only reason I ask that I be given one is because Solgrin has been excluded; it seems, from any share in this treasure - and I therefore intend to give it to him as a gift, in the hope that he might be at least somewhat better protected in the future."
With a frown Kanchana finishes with,
"And Zeoll it is interesting that you come scurrying back complaining about cursed items - presuming that you happen to have gotten one earlier in the split - and now after whinging and moaning you say that if you get a cursed item then bad luck for you. That was exceptionally two-faced and low of you."
Kanchana feels no real desire to be charitable about having to waste so much time on this treasure business; especially since personal gain and bad fortune for one seems to be the cause of all this.
((Kanchana still travels with the Chosen Cayzle, I assume that you meant Kenisha.))
((Toros where is the illusion spell found (page numbers and book please), I could not find it anywhere. Incedentally Identify would be far more useful all in all, since only Solgrin can cast it now, and if he dies or something then no one can cast Identify any more. Just making a suggestion.))
Cazyle OOC Monday September 20th, 2004 3:59:06 PM
Sorry! I edited my post to say Kenisha! My bad!
And -- ouch! -- Zeoll didn't say he wanted to divide the items and bad luck to you if you get a cursed one! He just presented that as an option (Option One). He favors using and trying the items as a party to find out which are cursed, then dividing the non-cursed ones (Option Three).
:-)
Solgrin and Rozca Monday September 20th, 2004 4:33:28 PM
Rozca watches Zeoll's and Kanchana'a conversation, when Solgrin's name is mentioned her eyes start to watch more carefully.
Solgrin listens to what the chosen discuss about the items, when Kanchana states that she is thinking of giving him something from the treasure he says "it would be an honor to recieve a gift from one of the chosen." smiling at Kanchana.
Eunice OOC Monday September 20th, 2004 6:42:16 PM
((As I hope you are aware Cayzle that none of it is personal of course, but I just had to bring in the very realistic elements of "misinterpretation", "selective hearing" and "biased" (???? not sure if that is the word that I really want to use there!) personal (that is Kanchana's view; not necessarily my own) p.o.v. Nevermind her being decidedly grumpy because we have to use even more time on this treasure farce and thus stay in the city even longer.))
A Gentle Rapping. (DM Jim) Monday September 20th, 2004 7:23:59 PM
From the outside of the house that the Chosen are staying in comes a gentle tapping, as if someone rapping on the outside door. It persists for several minutes before it stops and then starts up again.
When the door is answered you at first do not see anything or anyone, then you look down. Standing in the doorway is a gnome with the most outrageous clothing you have ever seen. He is a mix of colors that clash and would make a normal person sick within a few minutes of staring at them. Though his boots are of coal black the silver spurs tinkle as he shifts his weight from foot to foot. His hat is rather large, the brim much too big for someone of his stature, and just as gaudy as the rest of his outfit. The large pink feather plume that sweeps back off the side of it almost touches the ground as he stands patiently waiting. A large carpetbag lays next to him, actually it is the same height as he is and must weigh at least twice his weight.
[Fun time is upon us. :)]
Zeoll Monday September 20th, 2004 7:32:26 PM
Zeoll, happy to take a break from the treasure foofoorah, leaves all the loot and goes to answer the door. He looks down at the strange figure.
"Hello, good sirr."
The crocodile waddles up next to Zeoll and grins. Zeoll uses a forepaw to shove him back into the house.
"Pay my pet no mind. What can I do forr you?"
[OOC: Eunice, no, of course, no offense taken!]
Brahmah Monday September 20th, 2004 10:03:02 PM
"These curses are doing two things. One, causing us to bicker and divide. And two, allowing us to ling in this small city. I want this dealt with, soon." He says in a 'official' capacity.
When the gnome shows up, Brahmah can't say a thing without laughing. He turns his away so he doesn't insult the man, as he smirks. "Greetings."
Gecktar Tuesday September 21st, 2004 4:12:41 AM
Gecktar realizes that Solgrim is not included in the sharing of the loot. When Gecktar join the chosen they give him a part of their treasure even if he didn't participated to collect it.
"I agree with Kanchana, to give Solgrim something of the loot. I don't know what kind of item will be more useful for you Solgrim... And I think we must search for curse on item before dividing the loot, or even sell every thing and share the money after that."
Leets Tuesday September 21st, 2004 7:55:29 AM
Leets hears Gecktar, and adds:
"...Or everybody could offer something to Solgrin, as a welcome present..."
When he see the gnome, Leets smiles widely and says:
"For sure this one doesn't come from the forest!"
Flat-top Tuesday September 21st, 2004 10:20:20 AM
Flat-top with a hurt feeling on his face, look to Kanchana with pain on his face, "Kitten! Don't you remember when the mothers, our babies and you were on the raft, I was the one standing in frount of all of you and taking the hits from those arrows. Slowly dying away??"
Thank goodness there was a knock on the door to witch Zeoll open that door and there low and behold was a wonder of wonder A Gnome. Flat-top mouth drops to his chest and all that come out of his mouth is "Snicker! Snicker!".
Kanchana Tuesday September 21st, 2004 1:00:08 PM
Kanchana gives Flat-top a very brief puzzled look before remembering the incedent he mentioned. She winces inwardly at Flat-top's hurt expression.
She gives her favorite Centaur a big hug by way of apology.
"I am sorry dearie. I was trying to make a general point, and I am angry about this whole dividing mess."
Then the gentle rapping on the door... for some reason Kanchana expects a largish bird to be standing there, she has no clue why.
She stops giving Flat-top a hug, turns to face the door and immediately spots the carpet-bag, and then the tiny two-legger standing next to it.
[to the gnome] "Whatever you are peddling we don't want it."
Kanchana remembers the "miracle cure" peddlers from her earlier travels.
Brahmah Tuesday September 21st, 2004 4:26:48 PM
Still fending off the laughter, Brahmah turns to Kanchana and Flat-top. "You two! We have a visitor." He still holds the laughter, looking away from the gnome. "Sir, I'm sorry, how can we help you?" Directed at the gnome. "Kanchana, don't be RUDE. He might be a messenger of Domi!!" Brahmah now has a serious and hurt look on his face.
Flat-top Tuesday September 21st, 2004 6:31:02 PM
Flat-top tells Zeoll "Err! Snicker! Err! Zeoll you bettr let Croc outside, I think he has to go. Unless you going to pick up his mess??"
To Kanchana he tells her, "we better stop giggling! because Brahmah will start laughing, then he'll really be mad at us."
Solgrin Tuesday September 21st, 2004 6:48:54 PM
Solgrin nods to the other chosen as they say his name in acknowledgement.
Solgrin goes over to the door asking the gnome "welcome to the home of Master Randrac. How can we help you?"
A Lack of Funds. (DM Jim) Tuesday September 21st, 2004 7:42:17 PM
The little gnome takes in the apparent held laughter from most of those that are inside the door and shakes his head. It is with a bit of concentration that he returns to the business at hand. "Selling...selling??" He cannot help but wonder why this lovely female would think him selling something. With a bit of a flourish he pulls out a small rolled up parchment and hands it to Solgrin with a wide knowing smile. "My name is Jeremiah Eridiaus Remediua Kerdizam the III...head of the Exotic and Cursed Item Disposal Unit at your service." He cuts another deep bow to all those before him as he looks inside the house, maybe wanting in. The parchment is actaully his calling card with his name, the business he works for, the times he is available and what they look for.
With a short time for all of this to sink in he taps the bag lightly and laughs. "Through the grapevine, I have it that you maybe in need of my help." It is more a statement of fact than a question about thier need. The carpetbag seems to shake as if laughing at the little gnomes last statement.
Toros Tuesday September 21st, 2004 7:43:55 PM
Toros feels like stupid, when he realizes his own wording mistake.
"Sorry Kanchana. What I meant by Illusion was the "silent image" spell (OOC: p.279 in player's book, v3.5). I am thinking to use it with "ghost sound". And I can choose one more spell like "identify" or "magic mouth". It is a good suggestion of yours to choose identify. But the problem is that my spell power is not very strong and I can use identify only once per day. Do you think would this be still practically of some help?"
Brahmah Tuesday September 21st, 2004 11:36:18 PM
Brahmah stands up, serious now and able to control the laughter. Looking at the gnome. "Well Jerry, your a sight for sore eyes. This bow is cursed certainly." He hands the gnome the huge bow. "Other items haven't been determined yet."
Kale Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 12:20:51 AM
Kale, being silent the entire time, takes one look at the small creature and says "Its pretty convienent that you showed up when you did. Too convienent if you ask me. Why are you really here?" then, he adds as an afterthought, "Your also uglier than any human ive seen."
Gecktar Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 2:48:36 AM
... Jeremiah Eridiaus Remediua Kerdizam the III...head of the Exotic and Cursed Item Disposal Unit... What a strange visit card...
Gecktar looks at Kale as his words are denied of all diplomacy... "Kale, please... If we could have some suspicions about the coming of master Jeremiah,..." and he adds in a whisper so only Kale can hear "and I share your opinion..." he then continue "we must keep polite and diplomatic. We are guest in a home and all we do can affect the reputation of our host."
"But master Jeremiah, please enter. Would you like a cup of tea ? So you could tell us exactly what you're looking for... Oh ! What happen to your bag, it seems.... laughing"
Zeoll Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 5:07:13 AM
To Flat-top, Zeoll says, "No worrries, old frriend! Crroc is well trrained and does not make messes in the house!"
At the gnome's words, Zeoll is amazed. In Tauric, he says softly, "Well, this two-leggerr city may be ugly and crramped, but they do seem to have everry amenity!"
In common he says to the gnome, "Well, sirr, yourr talking frruit vine is most cerrtainly corrrect! Please, welcome, and step rright this way!"
If no one objects (and Zeoll glances at Kale), he leads the flashy gnome to the table on which are arrayed all the items.
"We also know that this so-called "featherr fall" rring is currsed, but not how. The rrest we don't know."
Flat-top Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 11:36:18 AM
Flat-top advances toward the little Fellow, but first jumping over the Croc "Sorry! Croc." Goes to the table and pick up the Morningstar asking him "Can you tell me if this weapon is curse and what kind of curse it is??"
Paw'caw(ceil) Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 11:39:02 AM
The golden eagle is out side the window Looking in!.
Managram(ceil) Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 11:40:43 AM
Managram is under the table with both paws over his mouth.
Rozca(ceil) Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 11:44:36 AM
Rozca make his way to the top of Solgrin's head to see the little fellow. "ssstee! ssshee! Hesss sssmaller than I am."
Elder(ceil) Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 11:47:30 AM
Elder leves the home pouch and jump down to the floor, runs to the big bag. He wonders if there is anything sparkley or any food in the Bag??.
Making a Difference. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 8:51:45 PM
The little gnome takes in all the questions and comments with an easy stride, that is till Kale speaks up. The little gnome turns to the taur and shoots him a look. "You maybe the ugliest thing that I have seen as well but I keep my opinions to myself or my mouth shut...depending on the need." He smiles back at the rest and walks into the house with the invitation extended. He moves towards the table and takes a few minutes as the carpetbag waddles into the room as well. He takes a seat upon the bag and lightly runs a finger down the back of Elder as he slips a nut into the little guys hands. "Tea would be very nice."
He turns his attention back to the rest of the group and not to the treasure spread out on the table. "As to why I am here...those are my reason." He waves a hand to take in the couple of cursed items that lay upon the table. Laying his pointer finger upon his nose he laughs gently. "I have a nose for these things and I figured that you would rather be rid of them." He taps the end of the bag lightly and it opens, from which he pulls out a small bag. Opening it he spreads out some platinum coins upon the table for all to see. "This is what I offer in exchange and by all means check them out for validity." He lays the pouch on the table next to the coins as he waits for the group to give leave and his tea.
He looks back as one of the group comes over and picks up a morningstar that is gently handed to him. "Lets just say that I can for a small fee...but lets wait and look over all the goods and get out the cursed ones." He smiles again as he tries to layout his plans and make it simple as can be. "Then I will name a price for the items, then you can agree or disagree with the price as you wish. I will take my small fee before I name the price so that it is exactly what you will get." With another eye to the cautious taur, Kale, he shakes his head again. "You can of course check my finding with the same means that I do...that way there is no call of cheating." He then leans back and waits.
Zeoll d20+20=33 Wednesday September 22nd, 2004 9:36:13 PM
The liontaur tries to smooth over the ruffled feelings. "We'rre grrateful you've shown up, good Jerremiah. I am surre we will be glad to use yourr serrvice. It may not be economical, depending on yourr prrice, to analyze the scrrolls and potions. But the otherr items, surrely." [Diplomacy check 33.]
"Come, Kale, give the fellow a chance to speak his piece."
Zeoll adds to the gnome, "Please go on."
Brahmah Thursday September 23rd, 2004 12:20:38 AM
The leader is just happy to FINALLY be getting these cursed items dealt with. He takes whatever is offered for the bow, fully aware that the item is still counted as group stuff. He's anxious to be done with it all.
Toros Thursday September 23rd, 2004 1:54:32 AM
The new visitor finally attracts the attention of Toros, as he hears his surprising talk, and starts to follow what is going to happen next without saying a word yet.
Leets Thursday September 23rd, 2004 3:03:57 AM
Leets plays with Managarm, who seems to be bored under the table. He pays attention to the newly arrived guest, but not too much...
Solgrin and Rozca d20+11=30 d20+10=29 Thursday September 23rd, 2004 4:00:08 AM
"I hope that you are comfortable with the chair, Randrac only has a couple of human-sized chairs."
"If you don't mind I would like to observe you as you check over the items."
When he is looking over the items Solgrin will watch and see what he is doing to identify which of the items is cursed. (spellcraft 30, knowledge arcane 29)
Kanchana Thursday September 23rd, 2004 4:01:17 AM
Kanchana comes over to the guest then says "Please, ave a look at everything and let us know what is cursed."
Kale Thursday September 23rd, 2004 7:02:49 AM
"It takes a thief to know a thief, so we'll find out if you are one or not." Kale says to the gnome as he stand right above the short fellow and observes every movement of the gnome's hands. "You can start now."
Brahmah Thursday September 23rd, 2004 7:38:11 AM
Hearing Kale insult the gnome again, Brahmah lets out a loud sigh and a glance Kale's way. "We appreciate his help, don't we Kale?!"
Flat-top Thursday September 23rd, 2004 8:56:57 AM
Flat-top goes to Kale, "Come with me to get some TEA! Friend! because the kitches will give us cookies to go wit this Alfafa tea. And I'll will need some help, my balance is not that good, I'll break something."
As Flat-top starts for the kitchen he ask Solgrin "Where's the kitchen?"
Gecktar Thursday September 23rd, 2004 12:18:55 PM
Gecktar sit around the table and watch the strange gnome with a benevolent look.
Doubting Kale. (DM Jim) Thursday September 23rd, 2004 8:59:04 PM
The little gnome takes in all the activity with some interest. Kale's comments grate hard on his nerves and he thinks about walking out and leaving them holding the bag, so to speak. "This one is rather rude...not much to my liking but..." He turns his eyes to the female wemic in the group and sighs as he looks her over.
He then tears himself away to turn and hand a jewelers lense to Solgrin. "Fit that over your eye and look over the stuff...tell me what you see." He smiles as he looks at the apprehensive taur and nods. "Compare it to what you see of your own magical stuff." He silently waits and sips his tea that has finally been delivered. "You will see what I mean."
[While most of the stuff and your own gives off a faint bluish aura, much like when you identify it as magical...some of it does not. The bow, morningstar, two rings and the gauntlets have a black wispy aura coming off of them.]
Brahmah Friday September 24th, 2004 2:20:35 AM
"What do you see Solgrin? Huh."
Torros Friday September 24th, 2004 3:53:30 AM
"Yes Sorgrin, what do you see"....
Toros is still trying to practice and learn the name of his new comrrade.
Solgrin and Rozca Friday September 24th, 2004 4:08:55 AM
"Rozca lead Flat-top to the kitchen please."
with that Rozca flies off of Solgrins head and waits for Flat-top to follow her.
"I think I see what you mean. My items have a blueish aura and these others have a faint black aura coming from them." points at the bow, morningstar, gauntlets, and two rings. "No wonder I did not spot it it is so faint you have a hard time seeing it."
Brahmah Friday September 24th, 2004 6:22:13 AM
"Jerry, your a life saver!" He pats the gnome on the shoulder, gently, careful not to break the little man in half.
Flat-top Friday September 24th, 2004 9:27:40 AM
Flat-top is not suprize at Kale, the centaur knows his deep problems. So Flat-top bring bask the tea and scons(sweet cakes)from the kitchen.
Flat-top ask Solgrin, "Is the Morningstar cursed??"
Gecktar Friday September 24th, 2004 11:41:01 AM
"Well it seems most of our prized item are cursed... Thank you Jeremiah for your help."
Zeoll d20+9=26 d20+10=12 Friday September 24th, 2004 6:20:04 PM
The liontaur shakes his head at the news. "Yes, all the best items seem to be tainted."
Then he shakes off the dour mood. "Well, we have much to be grrateful forr, anyway! Rrememberr, Childrren of Domi, that He values courrage and a positive attitude morre than wealth! We have ourr lives, ourr childrren arre safe, and we have many things that arre not currsed!"
Smiling at Jeremiah, he adds, "And we have this gentlegnome to thank, and in spades! Without you, my frriend, we would be farr worrse off. many thanks to you! Please let us compensate you forr yourr analysis! And did you say that these items might be of value to you?"
Looking at the other Taurs, and catching Leet's eye, Zeoll adds, "I'm surre a good-hearrted gnome such as yourrself deserrves a rrewarrd forr yourr serrvice to us. Did you say that you might be willing to buy these items?"
With his emphasis in tone, Zeoll tries to pass a secret message [and his Bluff check of 26 succeeds] -- he hopes that Leets will detect evil on this gnome, since that's a sure way to tell if he is not trustworthy.
"Oh, look, herre is the tea. Wherre arre ourr mannerrs, Childrren of Domi? Please, Jerremiah, sit and talk with us over tea."
Zeoll hopes to engage the gnome in conversation. What is his business? Who does he work for? What are his interests? Is he a resident of this city? has he ever been to the Taur isles? Does he know how to get there from here? meanwhile, Zeoll will tell a little about the group as well.
[OOC: Zeoll is both being polite and trying to make a Sense Motive Check with this gnome -- but he only rolls a 12.]
Kale Friday September 24th, 2004 9:15:02 PM
Kale ignores everyone and concentrates on watching the gnomes hands, making sure that he doesnt grab anything he shouldnt
Time to Talk of Things. (DM Jim) Saturday September 25th, 2004 10:23:38 PM
Jeremaih sits and sips his tea while waiting and watching as the items are looked at. He neither touches nor even moves to touch anything. With a smile he nods as Solgrin talks of what he sees. "Yes...an identify spell would not tell this but on rare occassions." He looks to Zeoll as he speaks to him of his business and other things.
The gnome is happy to talk about himself, it seems to be one of his favorite subjects. "My business is actually not located anywhere as I take it with me as I travel." He pats the carpetbag that he is seated on like a chair and the bag seems to purr in contentment. "I had actaully been in town buying a few other magically cursed items at the time when I caught on to your groups little need for my help. Traveling gives me the chance to see all kinds of things and meet new people like yourselves." He looks to Kanchana and sighs again as he studies her. With the question of how to leave the city he shakes his head and yawns. "I have no idea how to get out of here actaully, that is left up to my gude really...still I will not be leaving here for about a month. There is a lady here that has a cursed mirror that she is looking to get rid of, but she is holding out for more money." His face lights up as he remembers a little side trip that he took to the Taur Islands. "I was once in the Taur Islands...the centaur part aquiring a cursed item from the clergy I do believe, but that was some time ago. I hear that things have turned worse there lately thought...something I hope that you can make a change to." He seems genuine in his talks and all, not holding back on anything and answering truthfully.
Returning to the business at hand for a few seconds to let the group talk over things as he drinks his tea. Looking over the few items that lay on the table that are cursed he gently picks up one of the rings and brings it to his large nose, sniffing it a few times. "Most definitely cursed...a ring of clumsiness." He licks the rings a couple of times, puckering his mouth as if having tasted something sour. "Most definitely." He lays the ring back down as he looks to the other items. "Want to know the curse as well?" He is willing it seems to let you know the curse if you want. "For you to think about...how about 5000 gold for the items as a lot??"
Brahmah Sunday September 26th, 2004 1:24:18 AM
"Jerry, I used to be a sailor. On our ship, we never dumped garbage overboard in fear of being followed or tracked. We had a bag like that on board, it was a called a Sack of Devouring, an animal of sorts. Is that one of those?" He askes pointing to the purring bag.
Then the leader of the Chosen looks at Kale and Zeoll, both know of these things. "What do you think? 5000 seem good?"
Zeoll Sunday September 26th, 2004 8:06:10 AM
Zeoll says out loud that he thinks 5,000 gold pieces is very fair, and the group should be pleased with the deal.
But internally, Zeoll is in turmoil. If the gnome intends to sell these items as what they *appear* to be rather than what they are, Zeoll thinks to himself, then he will be able to con unwitting customers for about 25,000 gold pieces. Spending 5,000 to make 25,000 is a sweet deal indeed for a flashy little gnome. On the other hand, if the gnome does not intend to rip anyone off, then why oh why are these items worth even 5,000 to him?
"Eh, why bother," Zeoll thinks to himself. "If tiny two-leggers want to rip each other off, what does it matter to me? Our true cause -- to unify the Taurs -- would be better advanced by our acceptance of the 5,000 gold, and taking his deal would get this mess off our hands."
But the liontaur's conscience cannot let the matter simply rest. Smiling, Zeoll says to the gnome, "But if we may ask, why arre these currsed items worrth that much to you?"
Kale Monday September 27th, 2004 7:15:08 AM
not seeing the gnome do anything suspicous, Kale says "5000 sounds about right. But I have to ask," Kale says to the gnome, "Why would you buy cursed items? They are not of use to anyone."
Flat-top Monday September 27th, 2004 7:41:22 AM
Flat-top who was standing next to a window, also ask "why is a cursed morningstar, ring and armor mean anthing to you?" Flat-top look a little sad.
Gecktar Monday September 27th, 2004 1:16:24 PM
"5000 is fine for me. I never hope such amont."
The Hows and the Whys. (DM Jim) Monday September 27th, 2004 8:08:02 PM
Jeremiah glances to the group and shakes his head in understanding. "Quite right...quite right." He lays out some more money on the table in the form of 500 platinum, though he would have expected a little haggling. He sighs as he thinks about it but it does not seem to be his day.
Turning back to things at hand he speaks. "I was comissioned by one of the heads of Domi to pick up cursed items where I could find them." With another smile he cannot help but laugh a little. "Seems that Domi is a little upset with faulty smithing skills." He takes a last sip of his tea and lays the empty cup on the table as he waits to see what else will happen.
Brahmah Monday September 27th, 2004 10:56:42 PM
Brahmah looks at the coin. "Would you let us look at the coin with your magic monocal Jerry? Understand, I trust you.... but you can't be too safe." He takes a look at the coin through the magic eyepiece. (IF the coin is cursed, Brahmah will beat the gnome into paste, if their not cursed, Brahmah thanks the gnome.)
Toros Monday September 27th, 2004 11:26:36 PM
"Yes this is a good idea Brahmah" smiles and nods Toros, supporting his friend's attempt to check whether the coins are also cursed or not.
Kale Tuesday September 28th, 2004 6:59:35 AM
Kale stays silent and watches the transaction intently
Zeoll d20+10=16 Tuesday September 28th, 2004 9:53:16 AM
Zeoll tries to get a feel for the gnome's honesty -- [sense movire 16] -- and tends to believe him.
"Come, my frriends, do not be so suspicious. Cerrtainly this gnome is brrave to stand up to the interrrogations of us Taurrs, and brraverry is the hallmarrk of a follower of Tomi!"
"I trrust this fellow. Let us accept his offerr and wish him well!"
In his head, Zeoll begins to figure out how the treasure can be redivided fairly.
Brahmah Tuesday September 28th, 2004 10:45:21 AM
"Zeoll, I'm not ready to trust just anyone under the sun. Remember High Priest Raakis? That wasn't something I want to repeat, but will if I have to." He looks grimly serious.
Flat-top Tuesday September 28th, 2004 11:46:04 AM
"Your right! Captain, I don't trust any one who deals with the high priest of Domi right now! This little Gnome goes back and tell the all hight and mighties as to where we are, and you know what happens next?? They send assassins again." Flat-top goes back to his window, "We have to get away from here, So our babies can live." he now speaks more to himself than to the others.
Gecktar Tuesday September 28th, 2004 3:42:44 PM
"I agree with you in that we must leave the city Flat-top. But I trust this little gnome. Don't ask me why. Maybe Domi make it so."
and then turning to Kanchana "And I feel I'm not the only one willing to get out this town..."
"Let us share the loot on the way..."
Gecktar then turn to Solgrim : "Do you know how to leave this city. We take a one way gate, so I think there should be another gater that will lead us out of the city"
Kanchana Tuesday September 28th, 2004 5:03:13 PM
Looking at Brahmah, Kanchana says "I would love to get out of the city and back to the wilds again. Lets get the gear taken care of quickly so that we can leave."
Solgrin and Rozca Tuesday September 28th, 2004 5:15:32 PM
"I have heard rumors that there is a portal but I do not know if it is real." Solgrin tells Gecktar.
Rozca flies over to the table with all the treasure then curls up on some of the items and begins to take a nap.
The Gnome Collector. (DM Jim) Tuesday September 28th, 2004 8:59:07 PM
The gnome waves his hand at Solgrin who still has the jewelers lense and nods his head. "By all means, check out all the coins." He shakes his head in understanding as it is always a good idea to be careful. "You can never be too careful and it does not offend me at all." He holds out his cup to anyone nearby and smiles. "Maybe a little more of that fabulous tea??"
[You find nothing wrong with the coins as far as cursing goes. If you want to appraise them as a lot, just make an appraise check DC 14.]
Leets Wednesday September 29th, 2004 4:42:50 AM
Leets looks a little bit disapointed...
"Brahmah...I was hoping we could deal with the local clergy of Domi, being so far from the islands..."
Flat-top Wednesday September 29th, 2004 10:10:29 AM
Flat-top looks to Kanchana, asking her "Kitten would you give the little man so of the master's tea? It does smell good!.
Flat-top gors back to looking out the window, "Oh! How I would love to be at sea again, or running in an open field. Sigh!"
Zeoll d20+20=23 Wednesday September 29th, 2004 2:57:04 PM
Zeoll is confused, and says to Brahmah in Tauric, "What? I know that the centaurr and minotaurr leaderrs turrned against us, but what about the prriests of Domi? Even the centaurr drruids that werre frriendly with us?"
Zeoll shakes his head in disbelief. "But let's talk about that when we do not have a guest."
In the common tongue, Zeoll says to the flashy gnome, "Thank you again forr all you have done. I hope you will not think us ungrrateful." [Diplomacy check 23]
After the tea is done, Zeoll accepts the payment and sees the gnome out.
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Then he checks over all the remaining goods and divides them into nine piles. "Herre we go again, frriends. Please choose yourr trreasurre pile."
[OOC: New Loot piles based on selling the wand for 90% of market price and selling the cursed items for 5,000 gp. Includes 9 piles -- one for Solgrin.]
Zeoll lists the Picking Order: Kanchana, Brahmah, Flat-top, Zeoll, Kale, Leets, Gecktar, Toros, and Solgrin.
Loot Pile Four: heavy steel shield+1: 1,190 cloak of comfort: 1,000 blur potion: 300 gold: 1,752 Total value: 4,242
Loot Pile Five: ring of protection +1: 2,000 neutralize poison potion: 750 gold: 1,492 Total value: 4,242
Loot Pile Six: ring of protection +1: 2,000 eagle's splendor potion: 300 gold: 1,942 Total value: 4,242
Loot Pile Seven: ring of protection +1: 2,000 eagle's splendor potion: 300 charm person potion: 50 gold: 1,892 Total value: 4,242
Loot Pile Eight: amulet of natural armor+1: 2,000 gray bag of tricks: 900 warp wood scroll - 3rd: 125 fire trap scroll - 3rd: 125 euphoria scroll - 3rd: 125 hornet's nest scroll - 2nd: 50 obscuring mist scroll - 1st: 25 gold: 892 Total value: 4,242
Loot Pile Nine: pearl of power - 1st: 1,000 cloak of comfort: 1,000 disguise self scroll - 3rd: 75 gold: 2,167 Total value: 4,242
Kanchana Wednesday September 29th, 2004 3:23:00 PM
Kanchana smiles at Flat-top while saying "would you like some tea as well?" then heads off to make some more tea.
After a few moments Kanchana comes back in carrying a large tea kettle and pours some more tea in the cup for the guest then finally pours some for herself and Flat-top.
Kanchana gathers up the items in pile number 8 then settles down to look over everything.
Brahmah Wednesday September 29th, 2004 4:57:27 PM
(OOC: Cayzle, can you give us a figure without figuring in the wand please.)
Brahmah takes pile #9.
Brahmah looks at Zeoll, and in tauric says, "Everyone was looking for us friend. Someone has a price on us and everyone was looking."
Then he looks to Leets, "I'd like us all to head to the temple here, if there is one."
Brahmah askes for a cup of tea as well. "Jerry, you've been a life saver."
Cayzle OOC Wednesday September 29th, 2004 6:32:24 PM
The market price of the wand is 4500; the Catacombs would give us 4050 for it. That's (4050/9) 450 gp each. So if we want to keep the wand as a party item, for example, everybody subtract 450 gp from each pile.
Personally, I would much rather have the 450 gp each.
A Good Goodbye. (DM Jim) Wednesday September 29th, 2004 7:22:57 PM
Jerry smiles to the group as he takes only the cursed items and slips them into the carpet bag. "As I said...caution is a good quality to have." After a few minutes the carpetbag burps loudly and the gnome shakes his head. "Please excuse him...he has no manners." He stands slowly as he drinks the last of his new cup of tea.
As he makes his way to the door he turns to the group and seems to be pondering something. When he speaks it is in Tauric. "You will find a temple in town that will most likely help you out if need be...though how I do not know. Be aware that it is a human run temple to Domi and not a taur one." He makes to turn and leave with the carpetbag waddling behind him but stops, speaking again in Tauric. "Keep up with your task...there are those that support what you do and your whereabouts will not be told by me...on my honor and Domi's." He then slips out the door with the carpetbag following along like a pet.
[Will look for character sheets by Wednesday of next week. Will move on into the next module as soon as I can.]
Zeoll Wednesday September 29th, 2004 7:33:32 PM
Zeoll wonders at the gnome's words, and they feel right to him. Then he says to everybody, "My eyes did not see the loss of ourr Keep. They did not see false prriests of Domi betrray us. So maybe I have not closed these eyes as tight shut as some of us who have seen these things."
"Because my eyes did not see those sad events, maybe I trrust the leaping of my hearrt morre."
"Anyway, we must rrememberr that we have been Chosen by Domi ... and Domi does not forrget."
"My hearrt tells me that this gnome was sent by Domi, and we should trrust his worrds. We need to find this human temple of Domi."
[OOC: What does the group say about the wand? Sell it or keep it as party treasure? I say sell.]
Toros Wednesday September 29th, 2004 10:18:35 PM
OOC: I will be away for 3-4 days. See you when I come back. Thus am afraid I might be late for the character sheet, but will try to send it as soon as possible.
Kale Thursday September 30th, 2004 12:39:01 AM
OOC-sell the wand
Kale watches the gnome leave then looks at the piles of loot. he eagerly waits his turn, rubbing his hands together in anticipation
Leets Thursday September 30th, 2004 3:21:04 AM
"Gecktar and me found a temple before we gathered here, we couldn't spend much time at the holy place, but I would be glad to go back there..."
"What do you think Gecktar?"
Brahmah Thursday September 30th, 2004 4:06:12 AM
"Nice fellow."
He gathers up his pile of loot and prepares to pack it away. He tries on the cloak of comfort. "A little itchy."
Gecktar Thursday September 30th, 2004 4:41:10 AM
"I would be glad too, my friend, going to the holy place of Domi." anwsers Gecktar to Leets. "I need some meditating time to gather my stength once again to face the threat we are going to encounter."
(OOC - sell the wand, fox cunning is of no help to anyone unless I mistake...)
Solgrin OOC Thursday September 30th, 2004 7:25:14 AM
sell the wand
Flat-top Thursday September 30th, 2004 7:46:28 AM
Flat-top watches the little Jerry waddle off and his Carpet bag behind him. A smile crosses is face, he tells Zeoll "Yes! we had to leave to save our children, But Someday we'll go home again, Yes! Sir! we'll all go home again!"
Flat-top heads for Pile#4, Picking it up, and starts counting his gold, put away the potion and tries on the cloak. He Models for the group, asking "Well! what do you think! Nice??"
OOC: Sell the wands.
Zeoll Thursday September 30th, 2004 10:46:28 AM
Zeoll chooses Pile number 6.
He agrees that the next thing to do is to visit the Temple that Jerry the Gnome mentioned. He also thinks the group needs to figure out where they are and how to get home.
"But firrst, we need a Plan! What do we want to do next, frriends? Our long terrm goal, I think, is to rreturrn home, rretake Hearrthold Keep, and fight to make the Taurr Isles one."
"But we arre herre in this strrange city, led herre by Domi, maybe. Perrhaps He had some rreason to brring us herre. Maybe we will find help herre that we did not expect to find."
"Do I underrstand that we have the Hearrt of Domi hidden with us? Maybe if we brring it to the temple the gnome mentioned, brring it forrth, and prray forr guidance, then Domi will smile on us and give us a sign."
Loot Pile Five: ring of protection +1: 2,000 neutralize poison potion: 750 gold: 1,492 Total value: 4,242
Loot Pile Seven: ring of protection +1: 2,000 eagle's splendor potion: 300 charm person potion: 50 gold: 1,892 Total value: 4,242
Another Temple another Day. (DM Jim) Thursday September 30th, 2004 11:58:00 PM
It is decided by most of the group to go to the temple that Leets and Gecktar had visited earlier in the week. Leets and Gecktar lead the group, at least those that want to go, to the temple's front doors and then inside. You are met by a young human acolyte that bows to you and speaks lowly. "May Domi be of assistance to you travelers." He seems rather frightened of the lot of you but somehow keeps his voice from breaking.
Brahmah Friday October 1st, 2004 3:49:33 AM
The minotaur pats the man on top of his head and grins from ear to ear. "Don't worry friend, we all revere Domi like you. I stopped eating humans years ago." Then the Chosen leader laughs deeply. "Thank you."
Flat-top Friday October 1st, 2004 7:58:51 AM
Flat-top supresses a jiggle, when he heard Brahmah's comment. But to Kanchana, he ask "Do you have Domi's Heart?"(hopefully She'll say yes) He enters wearing his new cloak, and it is tied around his waist??(more like a horse blanket than a human cloak)He trots pass(the young Acolyte)with his Morningstar around his neck and tells him "Do not worry! We Centaurs are vegetarians, But look out for those Liontaurs and Weimics, They're meat eaters!"
Kale Friday October 1st, 2004 10:20:48 AM
Kale chooses pile #7. then, while gathering up his gold, Kale sees the little boy come it. Kale goes up to Kachanga and whispers "Its hard to imagine that Domi lets someone so ugly worship them."
Zeoll d20+20=34 Friday October 1st, 2004 10:34:53 AM
Zeoll laughs and reassures the young fellow. "Ha ha! Let me rreassurre you, young fellow!"
The liontaur tells the lad that the Taurs are here to honor Domi and pray, nothing more. "Let me tell you, good lad, that we arre herre to prray and honorr Domi, and that's it."
[Diplomacy check 34 to calm the boy down.]
[Zeoll has left his pet crocodile at home in Solgrin's house].
Zeoll enters the Temple with his friends and looks around.
Solgrin and Rozca Friday October 1st, 2004 11:12:51 AM
Rozca spots Solgrin getting ready to leave the house and flies over and lands on his shoulder. Once Rozca has settled she starts to chatter at Solgrin with the sound like he was going to leave with out her.
Solgrin scratches Rozca under the chin as he walks to the temple of Domi with the other Chosen then smiles to the boy at the temple.
A Show of Courage. (DM Jim) Sunday October 3rd, 2004 4:28:36 PM
The young boy does take a very visible swallow and turns a little paler than before. Still he is able to keep his voice from cracking or his knees from shaking. "This way." He leads the group to a room big enough for all of them to fit in comfortably.
The room is lit with a few torches that give it a spiritual feel. There are several cushions on the floor for sitting on and a simple altar against the one wall. The young boy makes his way around the room to light four braziers of incense, that lightly fills the room. It is not a heavy odor but strong enough to invoke feelings of relaxation and well being. He stops at the doorway as he goes to leave. "Anything else Domi may do for you?"
Brahmah Monday October 4th, 2004 2:33:39 AM
Brahmah waits with the others, patiently.
Flat-top Monday October 4th, 2004 6:50:53 AM
Flat-top kicks a few cushions aside, then stands faceing the altar. After Kanchana has put the heart of Domi on the alter (for consentration) Flat-top bows his head and put his hands together, will stand there to pray and try to receive any thoughs that Domi might send his way.
Gecktar Monday October 4th, 2004 10:16:33 AM
Gecktar looks at Leets and wait for him to choose a pile from the loot. Because there is two similar piles he chooses one (pile #2) thinking about the marvelous things he will be able to buy with that.
At Flat-top's demand he draws Domi's Heart from his backpack and put it on the altar.
Zeoll Monday October 4th, 2004 10:47:37 AM
Zeoll sits down in this holy place and concentrates. He tries to relax and focus both inward and outwards. His tongue moves and he sings in a soft voice. brravely, meek, and strrongly, humble ask we, Domi, though we'rre weak, and hoping forr yourr, wisdom, Tomi, though we stumble, though we falterr, may you guide us, even chide us, please, dearr Imod, herre beside us.
Solgrin Monday October 4th, 2004 4:06:26 PM
Solgrin finds a place to stay out of the way while waiting with the rest of the Chosen.
Kanchana Monday October 4th, 2004 4:07:41 PM
Kanchana pats her sack then tells Flat-top "I still have it safe and sound." Kanchana then finds a place to wait.
Kale Monday October 4th, 2004 8:48:23 PM
Kale finds a confortable place against the wall and leans against it.
A Sending? (DM Jim) Monday October 4th, 2004 9:33:19 PM
The young boy has left and the group makes themselves comfortable as they see fit. Minutes pass and then it stretches into tens of minutes, but still nothing.
Suddenly the calm in interrupted by the appearance of a man of about fifty. His head is clean-shaven and he is wearing the robes of a master. He stands in the doorway looking over the group with a look of quiet contemplation. He says nothing but nods once to the group in a gesture of friendship and acknowledgement.
Gecktar Tuesday October 5th, 2004 2:46:22 AM
When Gecktar sees the priest he stand up and bows slightly before him. "Thank you master, to take some of your time for us. As you see us we are the Chosen of Domi, Chosen among the Taur race of course. My name is Gecktar Cadeqa and I am a priest of the Mighty Domi." "We come in this city for our quest and now we don't know how to leave this place."
"Maybe could you give us some help, so we can go on with our quest."
Brahmah Tuesday October 5th, 2004 3:02:42 AM
Not really the deeply religious type, Brahmah lets the clergy of the group speak. Though devout to the Father, Brahmah sees power in nature and fate as well... and seems fate has led them to Domi again.
"I'm Brahmah, Captain of the Chosen. Well met sir." He says simply, in introduction.
Leets Tuesday October 5th, 2004 3:32:52 AM
Leets chose Pile #1 before leaving for the temple.
The Centaur paladin is glad to enter the holy place once more, and even more to talk a little with the priest they couldn't meet before.
"As for myself, I'm Leets Talric of the Talric tribe, holy servant and paladin of our the allmighty father of the Taurs, Domi."
"To tell the truth, I think many of us feel lost in such a urban place. Moreover, as it was wisely said by my brother-in-faith Gecktar, we have a quest to fulfill, and need to leave this city..."
Toros Tuesday October 5th, 2004 6:25:25 AM
Toros takes the pile #5 and places the ring on his finger. It will take some time to feel comfortable about it.
Flat-top Tuesday October 5th, 2004 9:23:07 AM
Flat-top smiles at Kanchana, "Please make sure that we take the Heart back with us when we leave. The heart inspires us so much, also it keep us focus."
Flat-top advances to the human Cleric, "Nice to meet you, I'm called Flat-top, the youngest of my heard. A Royal Marine before Domi called. Nice Temple you have here."
Zeoll d20+10=27 Tuesday October 5th, 2004 10:57:16 AM
Zeoll looks at the human and wonders if this person has been sent by Tomi. He listens carefully to whatever he says, if he speaks.
[Sense Motive check, if possible, is 27.]
Kale Tuesday October 5th, 2004 2:34:33 PM
seeing that the man didnt introduce himself, Kale sees no reason to do the same, so he just stays where he is for the moment
The Language of Sign. (DM Jim) Tuesday October 5th, 2004 11:06:20 PM
The older man steps into the room and nods again to each of you as he raises his hands. He begins to sign in a rather fast set of gestures. It is soon evident that the priest is a mute and unable to communicate through speech.
Though you have received no signs from Domi that you know of it is still good to relax in the presence of Domi, through his temple.
Solgrin and Rozca Wednesday October 6th, 2004 3:23:29 AM
Solgrin gathers up pile #3.
Seeing that the priest is mute Solgrin asks "do you have a sand board that you use to communicate with the others here in the temple?"
Solgrin asks Rozca quietly "Rozca please aid me with communicating with the priest."
Rozca telepathicly asks the priest "would you like me to communicate with Solgrin and the others for you?"
Gecktar Wednesday October 6th, 2004 4:59:12 AM
Gecktar looks around distraught by the fact he don't understand the priest.
The idea of Solgrim seems good, and to accelerate the process, Gecktar hand a parchement and a pen to the priest.
(OOC1 : the price of my pile loot was false as a large hide armor +1 is worth 1330 and not 1210. So there is 120 gp to divide among 9 piles, that is 13.3 gp. So Gecktar gives to each of you 13.3 gp)
(OOC2 : Gecktar was in charge of the Heart of Domi post of february the 16th)
Flat-top Wednesday October 6th, 2004 11:00:14 AM
Flat-top look at the Mute Priest, "HuH? What the matter with him? Is he trying to tell us to get out of here??" He look to Solgrin.
Brahmah Wednesday October 6th, 2004 3:48:58 PM
"Hold on hold on!!" Brahmah waves his hands frantically at the man. "Slow down. We don't understand."
Zeoll d20+10=20 Wednesday October 6th, 2004 4:20:24 PM
Zeoll continues to watch the man closely, tryng to judge him by intuition, facial expressions and body language.
[Yesterday's Sense Motive Check: 27. Today's: 20.]
Kale Wednesday October 6th, 2004 9:29:22 PM
"Great." Kale mutters to himself. "An advisor that cant talk. Whats next, a painter that cant see?"
Toros Wednesday October 6th, 2004 10:07:20 PM
Toros hears the comment of Kale and could not stop but smile at himself.
The Priest. (DM Jim) Wednesday October 6th, 2004 11:14:40 PM
The priest smiles at the small dragon as he nods to it. "That would be most helpful young one of Domi." He listens to what the group has to say as he thinks over his answers to give through the dragon.
Zeoll gets the impression that the older man is not here to hurt them in anyway. He is also most definitely not against them as he does not have the mannerisms of someone that is there to see if they really are The Chosen and turn them in.
The priest then nods again to the dragon. "My name is Father Yurt and I once was a hammer of Domi much like your group. I was born without the power of speech but still became a priest." A shadow passes over his face as he speaks of his injury. "I hear that you are on a sacred mission and wanted to see you with my own eyes. It has been long since I have seen those that battle in Domi's name." He smiles to the group as he speaks mentally with the dragon. "I will help anyway that I can...if I can."
His eyes turn to take in Kale with a scornful look as his hands fly into a series of rapid gestures. The sudden flood of emotion seeming to come off the priest is tangible to everyone. The dragon catches bits and pieces of some rather colorful language that even makes him turn a shade of red. His eyes narrow as he mentally speaks to the dragon once more. "My ability to talk maybe no more but I can hear a lot better than most." The priest seems on the verge of leaving as he looks to the door.
Brahmah Thursday October 7th, 2004 1:32:56 AM
Brahmah listens to the man and ignores Kale's rudeness.
"You were an adventurer? That's great. Please Mr Yurt, continue. I was curious. How much contact do you have with other clergy in outlying areas, such as Isles or mountain communities?"
Flat-top Thursday October 7th, 2004 9:37:46 AM
Flat-top watches as the Priest of Domi talks with his hands, the centaur is starting to get an idea of what the priest is telling Kale.
So Flat-top will go to Kanchana and put his hand over her eyes so she cannot see all those dirty jesters as the priest is telling off the Minotaur Thief. "Don't look, Kitten, Just don't look!" All the time watching closly at the mute's jesters. (this is going to come in handy when He want to swear in frount of his dear Kanchana.)
Kanchana Thursday October 7th, 2004 4:40:03 PM
Kanchana smiles at the motions of the priest. Looking at Flat-top Kanchana quietly says "thank you for trying to protect me from seeing that but there was no real need as I probably have had some of those same thoughts a few times."
Kanchan continues to listen to what is said.
Solgrin and Rozca Thursday October 7th, 2004 4:43:38 PM
Solgrin face turns abit red from the emotions that Rozca imparts to him from the priest.
Rozca tries to calm herself down from the sudden outpouring of emotions from the priest. Rozca tightens in closer to Solgrins neck.
Zeoll Thursday October 7th, 2004 7:34:40 PM
"I trrust this prriest," says Zeoll, "and we should trreat him with rrespect."
He bows to the cleric and reaches out to offer a hand in friendship.
"Can we ask him forr guidance? Tell him that we want to be open to Domi's will. We would like to leave this city and go home, but even morre than that we want to serrve the purrposes of the god of courrage."
Kale Thursday October 7th, 2004 9:44:57 PM
"I was just making an observation." Kale says to the small dragon. "Im impressed, though. I havnt been cursed out like that in a long time." then, to save the group any more trouble, Kale exit the door they entered from and wait in the foyer
Brahmah Thursday October 7th, 2004 9:51:27 PM
After Kale leaves for the foyer, Brahmah turns to the group. "Would somebody go watch him? Please?"
OOC: Sam, I couldn't resist this post. ;) Sorry if it offends in any way.
A Reigning in of Emotions. (DM Jim) Thursday October 7th, 2004 11:23:26 PM
The priest settles himself out some with the ending of his tirade. Though he is still a little perterbed he does shake his head and then turn to the dragon. "Please forgive my outburst...relay my apolgies as I should not have gone off like that." He gives Kale an apologizing nod as he exits the room but is not sure if he has hurt the taurs feelings. It is just that it has been a long time since he felt his usefullness has been questioned.
The priest takes Zeoll's hand in his own and then pats it with the other one. His face turns a little red as he looks to Kancana with a look of horror. "Please let the lady know that I take back all I said...I meant no offense." With a look of complete horror he looks down as he silently berates himself. Only the dragon can hear his mental plea to Domi for forgiveness.
Controlling his will to laugh he turns to regard the dragon again. "Let them know that I can not only read lips but also hear what they say...so be free to talk to me or at me at least." With a look of exhaustion he lets go of the hand and gently settles himself onto a cushion in the room. He breathes in deeply letting the incense mellow him out and calm his spirit. "I have contact with many of the outside churches and also know that The Chosen are hunted by the churches of their kind. Do not fear that here as we can see the greater good in what you are trying to do...peace will come though at a cost. In many ways I do not envy you your task, but...I also wish that I could go with you." You notice a sudden longing to be back in the life that he had...adventuring and having fun. He looks to the walls of the temple and sighs heavily. "Long have I been inside these walls and long will I remain in them I fear." He lapses into silence, waiting to see what questions you would pose to him.
[Sam - No offense with my posts to Kale. It is purely a roleplay thing only. I like the fact that you have a character that can rub people the wrong way and is a little suspicious. Gives me new things to work with. :)]
Brahmah Friday October 8th, 2004 1:34:45 AM
"Hammer Yurt, I understand that your might be able to guide us away from the Float... to a safer area?" Brahmah waits for the answer. Then continues.
"Our... precious packages have been left at the new orphanage. I assume you've heard or seen that?" He implies about the children. He gives a mental picture of the four taurs left at the orphanage to the dragon. "See them?" He askes. "Four gorgeous packages. Two exceptional gifts from Domi."
"I'm glad to hear the clergy here isn't out to prosecute us." He smiles. "We're tired of being hunted... and would hate to be exiled from here. We wouldn't have any other place to go."
Gecktar Friday October 8th, 2004 5:08:36 AM
"Do you know why the church of our kind is blind to what we are doing ?"
"Isn't it Marteus and his minions that are maneuvring here ?"
"Do you know any information that will help us to make them realize they are wrong. I feel so sad to be hunted by the taurs, the one that teach me the way of Domi are after me now ! I think one of our quest is to make them realize that they are manipulated."
He then tunr to Leets and Brahmah. "Now that we have no more to care for the life of the children, we can become the hunters and seek the minions of Marteaus to make them feel the taste of the steel of Domi's Hammer and break down their plot to eliminate us."
Zeoll Friday October 8th, 2004 5:41:05 AM
"Excuse me," Zeoll says, "I'll go watch Kale.
Once outside the room, Zeoll hurries out of the Temple on an errand of his own.
Flat-top Friday October 8th, 2004 6:36:26 AM
"Zeoll! I'll go with you, I know Kale the best, He can be a hard headed Minotaur at times. But you'll never find a better friend."
Flat-top bows at the Priest "I apologizes for Kale! You see he questions every thing and every bodies motive, it come in handy some times."
Flat-top starts to leave, when he is about to pass Kanchana, he whispers to her "Bad Kitten! you peek through my fingers!" (But he does smiles at her) He leaves to go to Kale.
Zeoll (illegal second post) Friday October 8th, 2004 9:44:38 AM
If anyone follows Zeoll after he is out of the temple, he'll say "Excuse me, frriends, but I have a perrsonal errrand. I'll be back shorrtly."
Speaking of Help. (DM Jim) Friday October 8th, 2004 9:09:44 PM
The priest nods as he listens to the sudden barrage of questions that are thrown at him. Taking a few minutes to think over his answers and collect his thoughts he mentally speaks. "I know of your current mission that has come to an end...for now. As to a way away from this city, that maybe a little hard as I am not sure how anyone leaves here. But I have faith that a way will present itself to you, when Domi is ready." He looks to Gecktar as he laments over their current situation with the taur races and asks what the priest knows. "It is indeed the Dark One moving in these matters. Those of your clergy, or some of them anyways, are blinded by petty squabbles of control. It is not just the regular people that seek dominance but also the clergies as well...remember that each believes that thier version of Domi is the right one, not realizing that he is one and the same." A sadness passes over his face with this revelation that he makes, though it is not a new one. "As to a way to stop this war...I am not sure that it can be stopped. Maybe with time and a little patience, but I believe that Domi and Marteaus must meet again in combat." His face clouds as he speaks for it seems inevitable to him. "Either in personal combat again or through thier minions and followers." He leans back in the cushion suddenly feeling very drained.
[Looking to get the next module going but am waiting for at least 3/4 of the character sheets to get in. Have two that I am reviewing at this time.]
Kale Friday October 8th, 2004 10:39:11 PM
(OOC, none of the posts offended me at all. belive me, when i post, i know what im going to get back!)
Kale nods at Zeoll as he leaves, then he does the same to Flat-Top. "It was getting crowded in there. I needed some air."
Flat-top Saturday October 9th, 2004 8:47:34 AM
Flat-top waves to Zeoll and just stands besides Kale, he answers him "Yes! I know, it was getting stuffy, beside the air here is much crisper and healther."
Flat-top wonders if Kale could understands the sign language the priest was using? He wonders if he should ask Kale to teach him some of those words, maybe he would not get into so many fight in bars. But then again fighting is half the fun!.
Leets Sunday October 10th, 2004 4:37:06 AM
"Well said Gecktar!"
"And now that we can focus on the ennemy, we'll have to find it!"
Brahmah Sunday October 10th, 2004 4:50:46 AM
Brahmah turns to Yurt and grins, shaking his head in agreement with the Chosen's clergy. "Is there a center of worship for Marteaus on the Float? If so, how big of an influence is here?"
Brahmah Monday October 11th, 2004 3:04:56 AM
"Yurt, has there been any anti-Marteus uprising in the City?"
Flat-top Monday October 11th, 2004 12:47:11 PM
Flat-top is still standing next to Kale, then he gets a good idea "Hey! let's go into a tavern and start a fight?? Ther's nothing else to do! maybe go play with the orphens?? No! I guess not they have to get use to the new place.""
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